Leo hypatos (eighth century)
Obverse
Cruciform invocative monogram (type V). Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει
Reverse
Inscription of three lines beginning with a cross. Tendril pattern with oval fruit or plant between the tendrils at the bottom. Wreath border.
ΛΕ
ΟΝΤΙΥ
ΠΤΩ
Λέοντι ὑπάτῳ
Obverse
Cruciform invocative monogram (type V). Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει
Reverse
Inscription of three lines beginning with a cross. Tendril pattern with oval fruit or plant between the tendrils at the bottom. Wreath border.
ΛΕ
ΟΝΤΙΥ
ΠΤΩ
Λέοντι ὑπάτῳ
| Accession number | BZS.1955.1.525 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 22.0 mm; field: 15.0 mm |
| Previous Editions | Zacos 1535. |
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθει Λέοντι ὑπάτῳ.
Mother of God, help Leo, hypatos.