Theognios (sixth/seventh century)
Obverse
Standing Virgin, turned three-quarters, holding Christ child on her l. arm. She is nimbate, his nimbus details are unclear. In field to r., crescent. Indeterminate border.
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
γ - ε - θ - ι - ν - ο - υ
Θεογνίου
Obverse
Standing Virgin, turned three-quarters, holding Christ child on her l. arm. She is nimbate, his nimbus details are unclear. In field to r., crescent. Indeterminate border.
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
γ - ε - θ - ι - ν - ο - υ
Θεογνίου
| Accession number | BZS.1951.31.5.3048 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Previous Editions | Zacos-Veglery, no. 2956. |
Translation
Θεογνίου.
(Seal of) Theognios.
Bibliography
- Byzantine Lead Seals, Vol. 1 (Open in Zotero)
Commentary
A valid alternative reading is Θεογένου (Theogenes).