Theodore stratelates (sixth/seventh century)
Obverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
δ - ε - θ - ο - ρ - υ - ω
Θεωδόρου
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
α - η - λ - ο - ρ - σ - τ - υ
στρατηλάτου
Obverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
δ - ε - θ - ο - ρ - υ - ω
Θεωδόρου
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
α - η - λ - ο - ρ - σ - τ - υ
στρατηλάτου
| Accession number | BZS.1955.1.135 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
Translation
Θεωδόρου στρατηλάτου.
(Seal of) Theodore stratelates.
Commentary
There is an isolated υ above the η in the top left corner of the reverse monogram. This seems to be evidence of an earlier attempt to strike the seal, causing some slippage. However it also serves to replace the assumed υ in ligature with the ο that is off the flan.