John apo hypaton (seventh century)
Obverse
Standing figure of St John Prodromos holding a long cross over his left shoulder. To the right is a cyprus tree, to the left is another tree (perhaps an olive tree). A medallion of Christ is partially preserved at the upper left. Wreath border.
Reverse
Inscription of five lines. Cross at the end of the fifth line. Wreath border.
Θ̣ΕΟ
Τ̣Ο̣ΚΕΒΟ
Η̣ΘΗΙΝ
Ν̣Ι̣ΠΟΥΠ
ΤΝ
Θεοτόκε βοήθη Ἰωάννι ἀπὸ ὑπάτων
Obverse
Standing figure of St John Prodromos holding a long cross over his left shoulder. To the right is a cyprus tree, to the left is another tree (perhaps an olive tree). A medallion of Christ is partially preserved at the upper left. Wreath border.
Reverse
Inscription of five lines. Cross at the end of the fifth line. Wreath border.
Θ̣ΕΟ
Τ̣Ο̣ΚΕΒΟ
Η̣ΘΗΙΝ
Ν̣Ι̣ΠΟΥΠ
ΤΝ
Θεοτόκε βοήθη Ἰωάννι ἀπὸ ὑπάτων
| Accession number | BZS.1955.1.2411 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 28.0 mm |
| Condition | Chipped and worn. |
| Previous Editions | Zacos 1248(B). |
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθη Ἰωάννι ἀπὸ ὑπάτων.
Mother of God, help John apo hypaton.