John II, Comnenus, 1118-1143. Electrum Aspron Trachy (4.39 g) minted at Constantinople. Christ seated facing on throne. Reverse: John II and Saint George standing facing, holding patriarchal cross between them. Hendy plate 10, 3-4; S. 1942. Reverse scratches at 12 o'clock. Unusually well-detailed strike. Very Fine to Extremely Fine. These cup-shaped, or scyphate, flans are common for later Byzantine issues. Estimated Value $450 - 550. Categories: Visigoths
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