John II Comnenus. Electrum Aspron Trachy Nomisma (3.54 g), 1118-1143. Constantinople, ca. 1118-1122. Christ seated facing on throne without back, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels; across upper field, barred IC XC. Reverse: John and St. Georgius standing facing, holding patriarchal cross on three steps between them. DOC 8b; SB 1942. Choice Very Fine. Estimate Value $300 - 350
Comes with an old dealer envelope from G. Zacos & P. Hanaz, Istanbul.