Abdrachamas (eighth century)
| Accession number | BZS.1947.2.1363 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Field diameter | 22 mm |
| Condition | Struck off-center. |
Obverse
Cruciform invocative monogram (type V). In the quarters: ..σο|λο. Border of dots.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει τῷ σό δούλό
Reverse
Inscription in two lines with decorations above and below. Wreath border.
ΒΔΡ
ΧΜ
Ἀβδραχαμᾷ
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθει τῷ σό δούλό Ἀβδραχαμᾷ.
Theotokos, help your servant Abdrachamas.
Commentary
The name seems to be a Hellenization of the Arabic name ‘Abd al-Raḥman (عبد الرحمن), indicating that this individual was likely a Christian convert or a Christian Arab.