Byzantine coin of Manuel II, 1391-1423. Obverse: bust of Christ, standing and facing front; he has a nimbus cruciger around his head, which is a cross within a halo; in front of him, he holds the Book of Gospels. Reverse: bust of Manuel II, facing front; he has a beard; he wears a collar with many points, which is decorated with pellets; to right, inscription says ‘MAИOHΛXPH’.

• History Of Use

  “Quarter Hyperpyron” (denomination); Sear# 2551.

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• Type of Item coin
• Culture Byzantine
• Material silver metal
• Measurements height 0.2 cm, diameter 1.9 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner David Herman
• Received from David Herman

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• Made in Istanbul, Constantinopolis

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• Creation Date between 1391 and 1423
• Ownership Date before February 2, 2015
• Acquisition Date on February 2, 2015

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• Item Classes metalwork
• Condition good
• Accession Number 3095/1612