Michael VIII Palaeologus, 1261-1282. Trachy (Bronze, 28 mm, 1.43 g, 6 h), Thessalonica. Large fleur-de-lis. Rev. X/M/Δ/E/C/Π/T - O/ΠΑ/ΟΛ/Γ/Ο/S Michael standing facing, holding long cross in right hand and akakia with left. DOC 186-90. Bendall T16. PCPC 84. SB 2309. Dark brown patina with thick green deposits. Huge edge split at 7h, otherwise, very fine.
From the Trausnitz Collection, acquired from Athena on 4 August 2008.