Monastery of the Theotokos (?) (sixth/seventh century)
Obverse
A holy figure, likely the Virgin, wearing chiton and himation. No visible border.
παρωμένου
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
α - ε - μ - ν - ο - π - ρ - υ - ω
παρωμένου
Accession number | BZS.1951.31.5.3206 |
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Diameter | 24.0 mm; field: 22.0 mm |
Previous Editions | Zacos-Veglery, no. 2973. |
Credit Line | Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore. |
Translation
παρωμένου
(Translation uncertain.)
Bibliography
- Byzantine Lead Seals, Vol. 1 (Open in Zotero)
Commentary
This may be the seal of an as yet unattested monastery of the Theotokos. The circular inscription, which echoes the monogram, seems to read "παρωμένου," a word not easily explained.