MICHAEL VIII PALAEOLOGOS (1261-1282). Trachy. Thessalonica.
Obv: MP - ΘV.
Half-length facing bust of the Theotokos (Virgin Mary) orans.
Rev: Half-length busts of Michael and St. Demetrios, who holds a spear, holding patriarchal cross between them; above, star in center of firmament.
Sear 2310.
Condition: Very fine.
Weight: 1.9 g.
Diameter: 26 mm.