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Andronicus II Paleologus with Andronicus III, 1282-1328

Andronicus II Paleologus with Andronicus III, 1282-1328

Hyperpyron, (Gold, 24.05 mm, 4.58 g). Constantinopolis, circa 1325-1328. The Virgin Mary nimbate half-length, standing facing orans, within city walls with four towers; K with three pellets above to left and X with three pellets above to right. Rev. Unclear legend around. Christ nimbate standing facing, –IC –XC on top to left and right, extending both arms upon Andronicus II and III, respectively to left and right, both wearing clamys and crown with pearl pendants, to bless them. DOC V 502. Sear 2461. Nearly Very Fine.

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