Constantine the philosopher (twelfth century)
Obverse
The Mother of God standing, orans, with the medallion of Christ before her. No sigla or border visible.
Reverse
Inscription of four lines, a cross above. Border of dots.
θκ̅εθ̣
κ̅ντ̣
φυλοσο̣
φ
Θ(εοτό)κε β(οή)θ(ει) Κων(σταντίνῳ) τῷ φυλοσόφῳ
Obverse
The Mother of God standing, orans, with the medallion of Christ before her. No sigla or border visible.
Reverse
Inscription of four lines, a cross above. Border of dots.
θκ̅εθ̣
κ̅ντ̣
φυλοσο̣
φ
Θ(εοτό)κε β(οή)θ(ει) Κων(σταντίνῳ) τῷ φυλοσόφῳ
| Accession number | BZS.1958.106.4641 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Condition | Chipped and corroded. |
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθει Κωνσταντίνῳ τῷ φυλοσόφῳ.
Mother of God, help Constantine the philosopher.
Commentary
We understand the term "philosopher" to mean "monk."