Byzantine Coinage

John III Ducas Vatatzes (1221-1254), Hyperpyron Nomisma, Magnesia, 
c. 1232-54, Christ Pantokrator enthroned facing; lamda to right; 
rev. 
John, holding labarum and akakia, standing facing, being crowned 
and blessed by the Theotokos (Virgin Mary), 4.34g/6h (DOC 14a; 
Sear 2073). Good very fine £200-250

Courtesy of Dix Noonan Webb Ltd 
15 Mar 12 Auction
Lot number: 1478