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I believe the coin is Andronicus II Palaeologus. 1282-1329 AD, a very, very late Roman coin. I bought the coin semi-attributed, and I also believe I have found the the SB number for it. Restored Byzantine Empire Andronicus II Palaeologus AE , BI? Trachy Thessalonica mint. 21 mm x 1.06 g Obverse: St. Demetrius standing facing. Reverse: KWa - Andronicus II standing facing, holding large patriarchal cross and akakia, star in left field. Ref:SB 2377 (I think) Would it be safe to call this scarce / rare? I don't really see many coins attributed to the Palaiologos dynasty. Wildwinds say scarce in the referenced listing.  |
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Any chance for a brighter photo?
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Brighter image..  |
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I only see one figure on the reverse. I'd look earlier, possibly Michael VIII.
Andronicus in base metals is scarce, at least the scyphates.
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This is an interesting coin that I don't believe is Andronicus II or Michael VIII. The emperor is holding two crosses one in each hand. I need to do some research to see if I can come up with an answer for you.
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Your right, Ski, I can't believe it missed that, he is holding two crosses. I must admit that the coin is very debased and would feel more confident calling it Bronze, rather than billon. If there is silver in it then it is in a very minute amount. The coin seems rather complete in the sense that the coin is one piece rather than a larger coin clipped down. The earlier Trachy are much later and heavier than this coin. I am really eager to see what you can come up with ski.
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Maybe SB 2486 variant?
Andronicus III Palaeologus 1328-1341 AD.
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I think I found it. Andronicus III Trachy from the Thessalonica mint Sear #2486. Androncius holding patriarchal cross in each hand. Not rare but still a hard to find coin, very nice.
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Looks like you also found it.
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OK great I think I came to the same conclusion. Thanks ski. I appreciate the effort.
Edited by Ancientnoob
06/29/2013 10:47 pm
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oh, that's an interesting trachy for sure....i don't have anything that late yet.  the patina is unusual...looks "chocolate dipped"....yummy.  |
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Posted 06/29/2013 8:57 pm
