Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
May 2023 World CCO Auction 16-19 May 2023
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ISAAC II, 1185-1195. EL Aspron Trachy (3.63 gms), Constantinople Mint. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 3/5 Surface: 3/5.
S-2002. Obverse: The Theotokos enthroned facing, holding head of the Holy Infant on lap; Reverse: Isaac standing facing, wearing chlamys, holding cruciform scepter and akakia, being crowned by St. Michael the Archangel standing facing to right, holding jeweled scepter. A charming Electrum issue with strong details. While there is some strike weakness on the peripheries, the reverse center is stunningly sharp and enhanced by lovely violent toning.
Ex: Christie's New York (09/1989), Lot # 120.
Estimate: $200 - $300
S-2002. Obverse: The Theotokos enthroned facing, holding head of the Holy Infant on lap; Reverse: Isaac standing facing, wearing chlamys, holding cruciform scepter and akakia, being crowned by St. Michael the Archangel standing facing to right, holding jeweled scepter. A charming Electrum issue with strong details. While there is some strike weakness on the peripheries, the reverse center is stunningly sharp and enhanced by lovely violent toning.
Ex: Christie's New York (09/1989), Lot # 120.
Estimate: $200 - $300