Phloros (sixth/seventh century)
Obverse
Cruciform invocative monogram (type I). Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει
Reverse
Eagle with uplifted wings and head turned to right. In field above head of eagle, cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
λ - ο - ρ - υ - φ -
Φλώρου
Accession number | BZS.1951.31.5.3014 |
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Diameter | 27.0 mm; field: 19.0 mm |
Previous Editions | Zacos-Veglery, no. 2842. |
Credit Line | Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore. |
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθει Φλώρου.
Theotokos, help Phloros.
Bibliography
- Byzantine Lead Seals, Vol. 1 (Open in Zotero)