John Triakontaphyllos, kouropalates (eleventh/twelfth century)
Obverse
Two standing saints. At left, St Demetrios (partially preserved); at right, St Nicholas holding the book and offering a blessing. Inscription partially preserved at right: κ̣ο̣|λ̣̣|ο : [ὁ ἅ(γιος) Νι]κόλαο[ς]. Border of dots.
Reverse
Inscription of five lines. Border of dots.
εο
ι̅κρ̣ο̣π̣
λτηττ
κοντ
φυλ̣
[Κ(ύρι)]ε βο[ήθ(ει)] Ἰω(άννῃ) κουροπ[α]λάτῃ τῷ Τ[ρι]ακονταφύλῳ
Obverse
Two standing saints. At left, St Demetrios (partially preserved); at right, St Nicholas holding the book and offering a blessing. Inscription partially preserved at right: κ̣ο̣|λ̣̣|ο : [ὁ ἅ(γιος) Νι]κόλαο[ς]. Border of dots.
Reverse
Inscription of five lines. Border of dots.
εο
ι̅κρ̣ο̣π̣
λτηττ
κοντ
φυλ̣
[Κ(ύρι)]ε βο[ήθ(ει)] Ἰω(άννῃ) κουροπ[α]λάτῃ τῷ Τ[ρι]ακονταφύλῳ
| Accession number | BZS.1947.2.1324 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Condition | Blank too small for die. |
| Previous Editions | See PBW: Ioannes 20129. |
Translation
Κύριε βοήθει Ἰωάννῃ κουροπαλάτῃ τῷ Τριακονταφύλῳ.
Lord, help John Triakontaphyllos, kouropalates.