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CNG Auction #37
     Lot Number: 64220
     Estimate: $150.00
     Final Sale Price: $97.90
     Denomination: Hyperpyron
     Grade: VF
     Reference: DOC IV 12 var.; SB 2073


  Empire of Nicaea. John III, Ducas-Vatatzes. 1222-1254 AD. AV Hyperpyron (4.06 gm).
  Magnesia mint. Christ enthroned facing, holding Gospels
petal-like () on o shape to right.
 / John standing facing, being
  crowned by the Virgin. DOC 12. ; SB 2073. VF,
  obverse double struck, small scratch on reverse. Scarce variety. Estimate $150.

Online auction 37 closed September 10, 2001.

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