Theodore (sixth century)
Obverse
Standing Victory, turned toward left, holding laurel branch in her right hand with her left resting on shield set on ground. At left in column, inscription. Incuse border.
In column: Νίκη
Reverse
Inscription in three lines with cross at beginning of first line. Incuse border.
Th[e]od[or]u
Obverse
Standing Victory, turned toward left, holding laurel branch in her right hand with her left resting on shield set on ground. At left in column, inscription. Incuse border.
In column: Νίκη
Reverse
Inscription in three lines with cross at beginning of first line. Incuse border.
Th[e]od[or]u
| Accession number | BZS.1955.1.4439 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 25.0 mm |
| Previous Editions | Zacos-Veglery, no. 1388. |
Translation
Νίκη. Theodoru
Victory. (Seal of) Theodore.
Bibliography
- Byzantine Lead Seals, Vol. 1 (Open in Zotero)
Commentary
The Latin form echoes the Greek name in the genitive case.