Lot 580
Byzantine Empire. Theodore Mancaphas, usurper in Philadelphia, 1188-1189. billion trachy (4.28g), Philadelphia. Christ stg. facing, his r. hand raised in benediction, holding book of Gospels in l. Rev. Theodore stg. facing, wearing crown and jeweled loros and holding long patriarchal cross with both hands. DOC 2; Grierson 1127. Very Fine for the type and very rare, light brown patina.
Estimated Value $200 - 275.
The Christov Family Collection.
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