Leo Gabras (twelfth century)
Obverse
Two standing saints. On the left, St. Nicholas, holding the book and offering a blessing. Inscription: νι|κο|..|.|. : Νικό[λαος]. On the right, St. George, holding a spear and shield: γε|ρ|γι|οσ : Γεώργιος. Border of dots.
Reverse
Inscription of five line, a cross above. Border of dots.
λεοντα
γαρα.
υσ...
νσκε̣...
σ
Λέοντα Γαβρᾶ[ν], δυὰς [ἁγί]ων, σκέ[ποι]ς
Obverse
Two standing saints. On the left, St. Nicholas, holding the book and offering a blessing. Inscription: νι|κο|..|.|. : Νικό[λαος]. On the right, St. George, holding a spear and shield: γε|ρ|γι|οσ : Γεώργιος. Border of dots.
Reverse
Inscription of five line, a cross above. Border of dots.
λεοντα
γαρα.
υσ...
νσκε̣...
σ
Λέοντα Γαβρᾶ[ν], δυὰς [ἁγί]ων, σκέ[ποι]ς
| Accession number | BZS.1958.106.5687 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 26.0 mm; field: 24.0 mm |
| Previous Editions | Cf. Wassiliou-Seibt, Siegel mit metrischen Legenden I, no. 1252. |
Translation
Λέοντα Γαβρᾶν, δυὰς ἁγίων, σκέποις.
May you, pair of holy ones, protect Leo Gabras.
Commentary