Michael Melissenos, illoustrios and strategos (eleventh century, second half)
Obverse
Inscription of five lines beginning with a cross. Border of dots.
τον
μελισι
νονμιχα
ηλπο
γρφ
τὸν Μελισινὸν Μιχαὴλ ὑπογράφ(ω)
Reverse
Inscription of five lines, a decoration below. Border of dots.
ηλ
στριο,
στρτιγο,
ουλον
χριστ
ἠλούστριο(ν) (καὶ) στρατιγὸ(ν) δοῦλον Χριστοῦ
Obverse
Inscription of five lines beginning with a cross. Border of dots.
τον
μελισι
νονμιχα
ηλπο
γρφ
τὸν Μελισινὸν Μιχαὴλ ὑπογράφ(ω)
Reverse
Inscription of five lines, a decoration below. Border of dots.
ηλ
στριο,
στρτιγο,
ουλον
χριστ
ἠλούστριο(ν) (καὶ) στρατιγὸ(ν) δοῦλον Χριστοῦ
| Accession number | BZS.1958.106.5666 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 27.0 mm; field: 22.0 mm |
| Previous Editions | See PBW: Michael 20559 (the seal is dated to the years between 1060 and 1090). |
Translation
τὸν Μελισινὸν Μιχαὴλ ὑπογράφω ἠλούστριον καὶ στρατιγὸν δοῦλον Χριστοῦ.
I attest Michael Melissenos, illoustrios and strategos, servant of Christ.