Martyrios (sixth/seventh century)
Obverse
Bust of the Virgin with medallion of Christ before her. Crosses on either side. Wreath border.
Obverse
Bust of the Virgin with medallion of Christ before her. Crosses on either side. Wreath border.
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
α - ι - μ - ο - ρ - τ - υ
Μαρτυρίου
Accession number | BZS.1958.106.3166 |
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Diameter | 24.0 mm |
Translation
Μαρτυρίου.
(Seal of) Martyrios.
Commentary
Other possible readings of the reverse monogram are Ἀρματίου (Armatios), Ἀρμάτου (Armatos), Μαρίτου (Maritos, or Μαρτίου (Martios). However, Martyrios is the most likely.