1185-1195 Byzantine Billon Aspron Trachy and similar items

1185-1195 Byzantine Billon Aspron Trachy Isaac II Angelos Virgin Mary Jesus 1185-1195 Byzantine (East Roman) Empire Billon Aspron Trachy Coin Issued under the rule of Isaac II Angelos, the Emperor of the Byzantine Empire (1185-1195, 1203-1204) The previous emperor, Andronikos, was a capable ruler in some ways but was hated for his cruelty and his efforts to keep the aristocracy obedient; Isaac appealed to the populace, and a tumult arose that spread rapidly over the whole city When Andronikos returned he found that he had lost popular support, and that Isaac had been proclaimed emperor; Andronikos attempted to flee by boat but was apprehended; Isaac handed him over to the people of the city, and he was killed on September 12, 1185 Obverse features a nimbate Virgin Mary, enthroned facing, holding the nimbate head of an infant Jesus Christ Reverse depicts the emperor wearing crown and holding globe and cruciform, standing facing Struck from billon (copper alloy with a small amount of silver) Diameter: 27 mm (at widest point) Weight: 3.8 grams Condition: Ungraded Catalog number: Sear(Byzantine)#2003, bmc#19-31, Hendy#PL20.9 PL21.1 *Weights and measurements are approximate. Please see photos for the actual item you are bidding on. All items are professionally packaged and shipped. All shipments include insurance and delivery confirmation or signature confirmation. Local Pick-up is available in our showroom. (Contact us for payment methods to pay on pickup.) *The customs requirements for each country, including all import duties, taxes, and fees are the responsibility of the buyer. All international packages will have the required customs declaration and value of order. California Buyers: 9% sales tax will be added. Returns Policy: Your continuing satisfaction is very important to us. We offer a 30 day money back return policy. If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, please notify us so that we can begin the returns process. All items must be returned in the same condition that it was received. About Us: As one of the largest Coin Jewelry Companies on the west coast, and also one of the best gold buyers, Continental has been the destination for coins, jewelry, fine art and collectible buyers and sellers for over 45 years. Whether you?re looking to buy items or interested in selling gold and silver for cash, sell coins, or a variety of other collectibles, we are here to help. All items for sale are available for viewing at our Southern California showroom. We would like to thank all of our loyal customers for their continued support. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please click "Ask a question" below, and we will respond as soon as possible. Thank you. Continental Coin and Jewelry Company Web Department: Monday ? Friday, from 10:30am ? 6:00pm PST Visit Our Store: Continental Coin and Jewelry Reference Item # ANC-1284 JBC 2/6/15 When Andronikos returned he found that he had lost popular support, and that Isaac had been proclaimed emperor; Andronikos attempted to flee by boat but was apprehended; Isaac handed him over to the people of the city, and he was killed on September 12, 1185 Your continuing satisfaction is very important to us. We offer a 30 day money back return policy. If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, please notify us so that we can begin the returns process. All items must be returned in the same condition that it was received. Whether you?re looking to buy items or interested in selling gold and silver for cash, sell coins, or a variety of other collectibles, we are here to help. All items for sale are available for viewing at our Southern California showroom. We would like to th