Kosmas (seventh/eighth century)
Obverse
Cruciform invocative monogram (type VIII). Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει
Reverse
Inscription of four lines, a cross above. Border of dots.
ΚΟΣΜ
Α̣ΤΟΥ
ΟΥΛΟΥ
ΘΥ̅
Κοσμᾶ τοῦ δούλου Θ(εο)ῦ
Obverse
Cruciform invocative monogram (type VIII). Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει
Reverse
Inscription of four lines, a cross above. Border of dots.
ΚΟΣΜ
Α̣ΤΟΥ
ΟΥΛΟΥ
ΘΥ̅
Κοσμᾶ τοῦ δούλου Θ(εο)ῦ
| Accession number | BZS.1951.31.5.2381 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Credit Line | Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore. |
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθει. Κοσμᾶ τοῦ δούλου Θεοῦ.
Mother of God, lend thy aid. (Seal of) Kosmas, servant of God.