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Hyperpyron - Michael VIII Palaeologus Constantinopolis ND
| Gold | 4.11 g | 24.8 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Michael VIII Palaiologos (1261-1282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1261-1282 |
| Value | Hyperpyron (1) |
| Currency | First Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.11 g |
| Diameter | 24.8 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Concave |
| Technique | Hammered (scyphate) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#259616 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
St. Michael presenting kneeling emperor Michael to Christ with scroll.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hyperpyron coin is that it was issued during the reign of Michael VIII Palaeologus, who was the first emperor of the Palaeologus dynasty and ruled the Byzantine Empire from 1261 to 1282. This coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the empire, as the Byzantines were struggling to maintain their power and influence in the face of external threats from the Latin Empire and the Mongols. Despite these challenges, the Hyperpyron coin remained a stable and widely used currency throughout the empire, and its gold content made it a valuable and sought-after form of currency.
