Empire of Nicaea Hyperpyron - John III Doukas, 1222 – 1254
Information
Country
Empire of Nicaea
Empire of Nicaea
Currency
First Hyperpyron Nomisma
(1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Hyperpyron
Year
1222 – 1254
Ruler
John III Doukas Vatatzes
(1222–1254)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (scyphate)
Weight (g)
4.29
Diameter (mm)
26
Thickness (mm)
1
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Hyperpyron from Empire of Nicaea. Issued from 1222 to 1254. Struck in Gold. Measures 26 mm and weighs 4.29 g.
- Obverse
- Christ enthroned facing, nimbate and raising hand, no fieldmark (Jesus Christ)
- Reverse
- Emperor standing facing, holding labarum and being crowned by Mary to right
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | xf | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1222-1254) | — | € 430,00 |
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