Constantine deacon (or kandidatos) (seventh century)
Obverse
Bust of the Virgin, facing, holding the Christ child before her. Crosses on either side. Wreath border.
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
α - δ - ι - κ - ν - ο - σ - τ - υ - ω
Κωνσταντίνου διακόνου (or κανδιδάτου)
Obverse
Bust of the Virgin, facing, holding the Christ child before her. Crosses on either side. Wreath border.
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
α - δ - ι - κ - ν - ο - σ - τ - υ - ω
Κωνσταντίνου διακόνου (or κανδιδάτου)
| Accession number | BZS.1947.2.1658 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 25.0 mm; field: 19.0 mm |
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθει. Κωνσταντίνου διακόνου (or κανδιδάτου).
Theotokos, give Thy aid. (Seal of) Constantine, deacon (or kandidatos).
Commentary
Both κανδιδάτου and διακόνου are possible readings in conjunction with the name Κωνσταντίνου in the reverse monogram, as is any other title or office that contains a Δ and uses the letters within the name of Constantine.