Stephen Anthemiotes (eleventh century)
Obverse
Inscription of three lines beginning with a cross. Border of dots.
ΤΗ
ΡΓΡΑ
ΦΑΣ
τηρῶ γραφὰς
Reverse
Inscription of four lines. Border of dots.
ΑΝΘη̣
ΜΙΤ̣
ΣΤΕΦΑ
ΝΟΥ
Ἀνθημιώτου Στεφάνου
Obverse
Inscription of three lines beginning with a cross. Border of dots.
ΤΗ
ΡΓΡΑ
ΦΑΣ
τηρῶ γραφὰς
Reverse
Inscription of four lines. Border of dots.
ΑΝΘη̣
ΜΙΤ̣
ΣΤΕΦΑ
ΝΟΥ
Ἀνθημιώτου Στεφάνου
| Accession number | BZS.1955.1.3785 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Previous Editions | See PBW : Stephanos 20215. |
Translation
τηρῶ γραφὰς Ἀνθημιώτου Στεφάνου.
I safeguard the writings of Stephanos Anthemiotes.
Commentary
The inscription consists of twelve syllables, perhaps in an attempt to create a metrical verse, but if so the caesura is misplaced (coming after the fourth syllable).