JOHN III (OF NICAEA), 1222-1254. AV Hyperpyron (3.88 gms), Magnesia Mint, ca. 1232-1254. EXTREMELY FINE. Heavily Clipped.
S-2073. Obverse: Christ Pantokrator seated facing on throne; pelleted cross to right; Reverse: John standing facing, holding labarum and being crowned and blessed by the Virgin Mary to right. Though fairly underweight due to the noted clipping, this example nevertheless retains most of the details and offers some brilliance.
Estimate: $150 - $250