ALEXIUS III, 1195-1203. AV Hyperpyron (4.32 gms), Constantinople Mint. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. S-2008. Obverse: Christ Pantokrator standing facing; Reverse: Alexius, holding akakia, and St. Constantine standing facing, supporting patriarchal cross between them. Attractively toned and remarkably wholesome. An alluring example of this type. Ex: Christies New York (5/2/1984), Lot # 556.


































