Sale: CNG 61, Lot: 2301. Closing Date: Sep 25, 
2002.  ANDRONICUS I, Comnenus. BID Estimate 
$1200  

ANDRONICUS I, Comnenus. 1183-1185 AD. AV 
Hyperpyron (4.48 gm). The Virgin enthroned facing, 
nimbate, holding the head of the infant Christ 
before her; MHP QV to left and right / ANÐPONIKOC 
ÐECPOTHC, Andronicus, holding labarum and globus 
cruciger, being crowned by Christ. DOC IV 1; SB 
1983. Good VF, near full legends. ($1200)
Thessalonica was sacked by the Normans during this 
emperor's short reign.Copyright © CNG 2002


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Lot sold for  $1200, plus buyers fees.