Theodosios hypatos (eighth century, first half)
Obverse
Eagle with uplifted wings and head turned to right; in field above head of eagle, invocative monogram (seemingly type I). Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει
Obverse
Eagle with uplifted wings and head turned to right; in field above head of eagle, invocative monogram (seemingly type I). Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει
Reverse
Inscription in three lines. In fields above and below, cross between tendrils. Wreath border.
ΘΕΟΔΟ
ΣΙΩΥΠ
ΑΤΩ
Θεοδοσίῳ ὑπάτῳ
Accession number | BZS.1955.1.376 |
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Diameter | 26.0 mm |
Previous Editions | Zacos-Veglery, no. 709. |
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθει Θεοδοσίῳ ὑπάτῳ.
Theotokos, help Theodosios hypatos.
Bibliography
- Byzantine Lead Seals, Vol. 1 (Open in Zotero)
Commentary
The invocative monogram on the obverse is badly corroded, however the left arm of the cruciform is clear, indicating that it is likely type I.