Peter macellarius (fifth/sixth century)
Obverse
Cruciform monogram. Letters: ΡRT. Wreath border.
Petru
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Letters: IR. Wreath border.
macellariu
Accession number | BZS.1958.106.736 |
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Diameter | 27.0 mm; field: 20.0 mm |
Translation
Petru macellariu.
(Seal of) Peter, butcher.
Commentary
The resolution of the monogram on the reverse is plausible but not certain. The letters are Roman and the owner's profession is given in Latin, but with a Greek genitive. If it is correct, it would offer an interesting example of an everyday profession ("butcher") on a seal, as opposed to a title or official function.