Anonymous (eleventh century, second half)
Obverse
Τhe Virgin orans with a medallion of Christ before her. Sigla preserved at left: Μ̣̅ : Μ(ήτηρ) [Θ(εοῦ)]. Border of dots.
Reverse
Patriarchal cross on two steps with tendrils springing from the base of the cross; each arm of the cross terminates in a sphere. Possible remains of an inscription flanking the cross-arms: .Σ̣̅–Κ̣̅ : [Ἰ(ησοῦ)ς] [Χ(ριστὸ)]ς [νι]κ(ᾷ). Indeterminate border.
Obverse
Τhe Virgin orans with a medallion of Christ before her. Sigla preserved at left: Μ̣̅ : Μ(ήτηρ) [Θ(εοῦ)]. Border of dots.
Reverse
Patriarchal cross on two steps with tendrils springing from the base of the cross; each arm of the cross terminates in a sphere. Possible remains of an inscription flanking the cross-arms: .Σ̣̅–Κ̣̅ : [Ἰ(ησοῦ)ς] [Χ(ριστὸ)]ς [νι]κ(ᾷ). Indeterminate border.
| Accession number | BZS.1958.106.5515 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 16.0 mm |
| Previous Editions | DO Seals 7, no. 10.135. |
Bibliography
- Catalogue of Byzantine Seals at Dumbarton Oaks and in the Fogg Museum of Art, Volume 7: The Iconographic Seals (Open in Zotero)