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Hyperpyron - John III Doukas ND
| Gold | 4.29 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Nicaea (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | John III Doukas Vatatzes (1222-1254) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1222-1254 |
| Value | Hyperpyron (1) |
| Currency | First Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.29 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (scyphate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#93284 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Emperor standing facing, holding labarum and being crowned by Mary to right
Lettering: MR - QU/ Iw/ DE/SP/ - Twn/P/F/R/G
Comment
John III Doukas Vatatzes or John I of Nicaea (reigned 1222 - 3/11/1254) was the son-in-law of Theodore Lascaris, the founder of the dynasty. He continued the work of his predecessor and was one of the greatest rulers in Byzantine history. He succeeded in keeping his rivals in check: the emperor of Thessalonica, the Bulgarian tsar (Asên II) and the Latin empire, whose very existence depended on the disunity of its enemies. Spared in extremis by the Mongol deluge, Nicaea benefited from the weakening of its neighbors. Despite the wars, John III lifted the country's economy, and Nicaea enjoyed a level of prosperity the likes of which the Byzantine Empire had not seen for a long time.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hyperpyron coin is that it was used as a means of payment for the soldiers of the Empire of Nicaea, which was one of the Byzantine states that emerged after the Fourth Crusade. The coin's name, "Hyperpyron," means "super-refined" in Greek, reflecting the high purity of the gold used in its production.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1222-1254) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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