John Karianites (twelfth century)
| Accession number | BZS.1958.106.1659 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 18 mm |
Obverse
Bust of the Virgin orans, with the medallion before her. Sigla: μρ̅θΥ̅ : Μήτηρ Θεοῦ. Border of dots.
Reverse
Inscription of four lines, a cross above. Border of dots.
θκ̅εο
ηθειι̅
τοκαρη
ανιτη
Θεοτόκε βοήθει Ἰωάννῃ το Καρηανίτῃ
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθει Ἰωάννῃ το Καρηανίτῃ.
Mother of God, help John Karianites.
| Accession number | BZS.1958.106.1659 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 18 mm |
Commentary
Note the other seals bearing the name of John Karianites, all from the twelfth century but showing slight variations.