1 Hyperpyron, Byzantine Empire, 1261 - 1282

National Museum of American History

Object Details

Michael VIII Emperor of Byzantium
Description (Brief)
One (1) hyperpyron coin, Michael VIII Palaeologus
Byzantine Empire, 1261 - 1282
Obverse Image: Virgin orans within city walls with six groups of towers.
Obverse Text: N/A
Reverse Image: Michael kneels on the left before a seated Christ who holds the book of Gospels and is supported by Saint Michael.
Reverse Text: N/A
Location
Currently not on view
Credit Line
Estate of Josiah K. Lilly
1261 - 1282
ID Number
NU.68.159.4961
accession number
283645
catalog number
68.159.4961
Object Name
coin
Physical Description
gold (overall material)
Measurements
overall: .3 cm x 2.38 cm; 1/8 in x 15/16 in
place made
Turkey: İstanbul province, Istanbul
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Josiah K. Lilly Jr. Collection
National Museum of American History
Record ID
nmah_1802017
Metadata Usage (text)
CC0
GUID (Link to Original Record)
https://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746b2-9292-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa
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