HistoricalCoins Research Sold Coins Search All winning bids are subject to a 10% buyer’s fee. Description 68, Lot: 300. EMPIRE of NICAEA. John III, Ducas-Vatatzes. 1222-1254 AD. Æ Tetarteron (18mm, 2.28 gm). Magnesia mint. Estimate $75. Sold For $44 EMPIRE of NICAEA. John III, Ducas-Vatatzes. 1222-1254 AD. Æ Tetarteron (18mm, 2.28 gm). Magnesia mint. Nimbate bust of St. George facing, holding spear and shield / Emperor standing facing, holding labarum and akakia. DOC IV 58; SB 2116. Near VF, green patina with earthen undertones. Copyright © CNG 2002 Developed by DataArt 2002 From CNG e-Auction #68, closed 9 July, 2003, re-used By permission of CNG, www.cngcoins.com.