Iobane, bestes, 11th century. Seal (Lead, 19 mm, 5.58 g, 12 h). MHP ΘV Nimbate Theotokos “Nikopoios”, holding medallion of Christ with both hands. Rev. KЄ RΘ / IωRA/NЄ RЄ/CTH in four lines. Unpublished in the standard references. Some surface cracks, otherwise, very fine.
The owner of this seal apparently bears the name Iobane, which may be a Georgian form of the name Johannes (more commonly encountered as Ivane).
Price realized | 130 CHF |
Starting price | 25 CHF |