Empire of Nicaea Aspron Trachy - John III Doukas, 1246 – 1254
Thessalonica
Information
Country
Empire of Nicaea
Currency
First Hyperpyron Nomisma
(1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Aspron Trachy
Year
1246 – 1254
Ruler
John III Doukas Vatatzes
(1222–1254)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered (scyphate)
Weight (g)
2.88
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Aspron Trachy from Empire of Nicaea. Issued from 1246 to 1254. Struck in Bronze. Measures 26 mm and weighs 2.88 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of the Virgin, hands raised in prayer. Cross on eithor side at shoulders. (Mother of God)
- Reverse
- Emperor standing, facing. holding Labarum and Akakia (The Lord John Doukas)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1246-1254) | — | Thessalonica |
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