BYZANTINE SEALS. Constantine, circa 11th century. Seal or Bulla (Lead, 21 mm, 5.96 g, 12 h). OA / Γ/Ε-Ο/Ρ/ΓΙ Nimbate and draped bust of youthful and beardless St. George facing, holding spear over his right shoulder and small decorated shield with which he covers his left side; the whole within dotted round border. Rev. + KE / BOHΘ' ΤΩ CΩ Δ'/ ΚΩΝCΤΑ/ΝΤΙΝ ( Lord aid your servant Constantine ) in fine lines within round dotted border. With a wonderful "Komnenian" depiction of St. George, possibly from a workshop in Constantinople. About extremely fine.
Price realized | 80 CHF |
Starting price | 75 CHF |