MICHAEL VIII PALEOLOGUS, 1261-1281, SINCE 1258 EMPEROR OF NICAEA
Mint of Constantinopolis
Hyperpyron 1261-1281.
Obv: MP - ΘV. Virgin orans within walls of Constantinople.
Rev: IC - XC / M / ΔEC/ΠO/T - O/X/A/C. Emperor kneeling before seated Christ, supported by St. Michael.
Sear 2242. Grierson 1288.
4.31 g. Scyphate form. Almost extremely fine.