Byzantine Empire Hyperpyron - Michael VIII Palaeologus, 1261 – 1282
Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Hyperpyron Nomisma
(1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Hyperpyron
Year
1261 – 1282
Ruler
Michael VIII Palaiologos
(1261–1282)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Concave
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered (scyphate)
Weight (g)
4.11
Diameter (mm)
24.8
Thickness (mm)
0.8
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Hyperpyron from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 1261 to 1282. Struck in Gold. Measures 24.8 mm and weighs 4.11 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Virgin within city walls and six towers, control letters (sigla) A K
- Reverse
- St. Michael presenting kneeling emperor Michael to Christ with scroll.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1261-1282) | — | Constantinople Mint |
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