Byzantine , Andronicus II Palaeologus, with Michael XI(c. 1294-1320), Gold Hyperpyron,

Byzantine Empire, Andronicus II Palaeologus, with Michael XI (c. 1294-1320), EL Hyperpyron,

Obv. bust of Virgin Mary, orans, within city walls furnished with six groups of towers, 

Rev. Christ, flanked by IC - XC, blessing Andronicus II and Michael IX, kneeling to left and right, respectively, to left and right, name of the emperors,

4.00g. 25mm approx.  (SB 2396), struck from worn dies, otherwise very fine.

Ex Spink. 4/24