Watch List notes:

Michael VIII Palaeologus. Gold Hyperpyron (3.96 g), 1261-1282 VF. Constantinople. Half-length figure of the Virgin, orans, within city walls with six towers. Reverse: Michael facing, kneeling slightly right and being presented by archangel Michael to Christ seated facing to right and holding scroll. SB 2242. Very Fine. Estimated Value $200 - 250

Purchased in 1970; From the Aurora Family Collection.