Anonymous (eleventh century, second half)
Obverse
Τhe Virgin orans with a medallion of Christ before her. Sigla: ̣̅ΘΥ̅ : Μ(ήτη)ρ Θ(εο)ῦ. Border of dots.
Reverse
Patriarchal cross on three steps, flanked by four letters. Inscription: |Χ|Π : φ(ῶς) Χ(ριστοῦ) φ(αίνει) π(άσι): "the Light of Christ shines upon all." Border of dots.
Obverse
Τhe Virgin orans with a medallion of Christ before her. Sigla: ̣̅ΘΥ̅ : Μ(ήτη)ρ Θ(εο)ῦ. Border of dots.
Reverse
Patriarchal cross on three steps, flanked by four letters. Inscription: |Χ|Π : φ(ῶς) Χ(ριστοῦ) φ(αίνει) π(άσι): "the Light of Christ shines upon all." Border of dots.
| Accession number | BZS.1958.106.3642 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 17.0 mm |
| Previous Editions | DO Seals 7, no. 10.136. |
Bibliography
- Catalogue of Byzantine Seals at Dumbarton Oaks and in the Fogg Museum of Art, Volume 7: The Iconographic Seals (Open in Zotero)