EMPIRE OF NICAEA. John III Ducas-Vatazes (1222-1254). GOLD Hyperpyron. Magnesia.
Obv: IC - XC.
Christ enthroned facing with nimbus cruciger, raising right hand in benediction and holding book of Gospels; to right, dot above throne.
Rev: IW ΔΕCΠΟT TW ΠΦPOΓ / MP - ΘV.
John standing facing, holding labarum and akakia, being crowned by the virgin standing slightly left.
Sear 2073.
Condition: Very fine.
Weight: 4.43 g.
Diameter: 28 mm.