Hyperpyron - John II Comneus

€1.00
IssuerByzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Year1137-1143
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueHyperpyron (1)
CurrencyFirst Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300)
CompositionGold
Weight4.14 g
Dimensions31 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#1939
Obverse descriptionNimbate Christ enthroned with one hand and one finger up, Greek Lettering.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringIC-IX
(Translation: Jesus Christ)
Reverse descriptionEmperor John (left) and Mother Mary (Right) Holding Cross, Crowned and Nimbate, with Greek lettering. All Encircled within flan.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringIⲰ ΔЄC ΠΟT ΤⲰ Π - ΦY ΡΟ ΓЄ NH T M – Θ (On top of Virgin)
EdgePlain
Mint
MintageND (1137-1143)  - -
Catalog ID7054102430
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