John imperial spatharios (eighth century, first half)
Obverse
Cruciform invocative monogram (type V); in the quarters: τοδ|λοσ. Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει το δούλῳ σου
Reverse
Inscription of four lines. Wreath border.
ινν
οβσιλ
ικοσπ
θρι
Obverse
Cruciform invocative monogram (type V); in the quarters: τοδ|λοσ. Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει το δούλῳ σου
Reverse
Inscription of four lines. Wreath border.
ινν
οβσιλ
ικοσπ
θρι
| Accession number | BZS.1958.106.1278 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 30.0 mm |
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθει το δούλῳ σου. Ἰωάννου βασιλικοῦ σπαθαρίου.
Mother of God, help Thy servant. (Seal of) John, imperial spatharios.