Michael VIII Palaiologos (1258-82 AD), Thessalonika, AE follis

No legend, Large cross, stars in quarters
XM DP - O AG DM..., Half-length figures of Michael, on left holding labarum-tipped sceptre and St. Demetrius on right, holding spear, both standing, holding castle between them, large star above.

Ref: SB 2300, Bendall (PCPC) 70, DO 159-60

Notes: D.Oaks class IX, 28mm, 2.14g.  Rev. wide double-struck
Scarce.
Contributed by Radmilo Bozinovic, www.rudnik.com.