Theodore (sixth century)
Obverse
Eagle with uplifted wings and head turned to right. In field above head of eagle, cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
ΓΙΟΣ
ἅγιος
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
ΔΘΡΩ
Θεοδώρου
Obverse
Eagle with uplifted wings and head turned to right. In field above head of eagle, cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
ΓΙΟΣ
ἅγιος
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
ΔΘΡΩ
Θεοδώρου
| Accession number | BZS.1951.31.5.2986 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 26.0 mm; field: 21.0 mm |
| Credit Line | Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore. |
Translation
ἅγιος. Θεοδώρου.
Holy ... . (Seal of) Theodore.
Commentary
It is not clear why the monogram of Ἅγιος was inscribed within the obverse monogram.