Boethios (sixth century)
Obverse
Bust of an emperor wearing helmet, diadem, and cuirass, and holding a shield on his left shoulder. No epigraphy. No visible border.
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. No visible border.
Β – Η – Θ – Ι – Ο – Υ
Βοηθίου
Obverse
Bust of an emperor wearing helmet, diadem, and cuirass, and holding a shield on his left shoulder. No epigraphy. No visible border.
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. No visible border.
Β – Η – Θ – Ι – Ο – Υ
Βοηθίου
| Accession number | BZS.1955.1.4250 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 16.0 mm |
Translation
(Seal of) Boethios.
Commentary
The facing armored, beardless imperial bust first appeared on solidi issued by Justinian I between 538 and 545 (DOC 1:69, no. 7), and continued to appear on the coins of Justin II, Tiberius II, and Maurice. This contrasts with the depiction of Justinian and his successors on seals, on which they appear wearing a chlamys.