Christopher (tenth century)
Obverse
Bust of Saint George, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand. Inscription : |Γ|Ε.|Ρ||Η : ὁ ἅ(γιος) Γε[ώ]ργη(ος). Border of dots.
Obverse
Bust of Saint George, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand. Inscription : |Γ|Ε.|Ρ||Η : ὁ ἅ(γιος) Γε[ώ]ργη(ος). Border of dots.
Reverse
Double cross on three steps, ornamental flowers. On the circumference : ΧΦΟΡ..ΔΟΥΛ,ΧΥ : Χ(ριστ)ωφόρ[ος] δοῦλ(ος) Χ(ριστο)ῦ. Border of dots.
Accession number | BZS.1958.106.3317 |
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Diameter | 19.0 mm; field: 17.0 mm |
Translation
Χριστωφόρος δούλος Χριστοῦ.
Christopher, servant of Christ.
Commentary
Note the reversed letters on the right side of the obverse.