George. Hypatos, circa 7th century. PB Seal (21.5mm, 12.99 g, 12h). Near EF.Electronic Auction 562 Byzantine, Lead Sold For $ 60. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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George. Hypatos, circa 7th century. PB Seal (21.5mm, 12.99 g, 12h). ΘEOTOKE BOHΘEI in the form of a cruciform monogram, eagle with wings spread within wreath / (Palm) + (palm)/ ΓЄωP/ΓIω V/ΠATω/ [(palm)] + (palm) (?). Cf. DOC Online Byzantine Seals BZS.1951.31.5.2026 (for similar as hypatos and genikos). Dark gray surfaces with earthen highlights. Near EF. An excellent seal. Well struck and with great surfaces. |