Anonymous (eleventh century, second half)
Obverse
Bust of the Virgin orans. Sigla: ̣Θ̣̅Υ : Μ(ήτη)ρ Θ(εο)ῦ. Border of dots.
Reverse
Bust of St Nicholas blessing with his right hand and holding a gospel book in his right. Inscription in two columns: ̣|.|.|..Λ|ΑΟ|Σ: ὁ ἅ(γιος) [Νικό]λαος. Border of dots.
Accession number | BZS.1947.2.1808 |
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Diameter | 22.0 mm; field: 16.0 mm |
Previous Editions | DO Seals 7, 5.25. |
Bibliography
- Catalogue of Byzantine Seals at Dumbarton Oaks and in the Fogg Museum of Art, Volume 7: The Iconographic Seals (Open in Zotero)