Corinth Object: MF 7867
Collection:   Corinth
Type:   Object
Name:   MF 7867
Title:   LEAD SEAL
Category Code:   MF
Object Number:   7867
Description:   Slightly flattened disk with raised ridge, string hole through center.
Decoration:   Obv.: double-traverse cross with foliage, on a 3-step base. Stars in field lt. and rt. Around edge inscription. Reverse: inscription.
Writing:   stamp. Obverse, Greek: ....QEIT...DOUL . Reverse: +SHS/.NIOUP/.AGMATE/.TOUTO./.OSMAPoss. Kosmas strategos or theme, or governor of a city.
Material:   Lead
Condition:   Missing parts. Single frgt., preserving 3/4 seal; missing part of rim.
Dimensions Actual:   D00.022
Period:   Late Byzantine (1059-1210 AD)
Area:   Forum south central
Context:   NB175 P106
Bibliography:   Davidson 1952, Corinth 12, cat. 2736
Site:   Corinth
City:   Ancient Corinth
Country:   Greece
References:   Publication: Davidson, Corinth 12, 1952
Monument: Forum south central
Images (4)
Basket: NB175 P106
Notebook Page: NB 175, spread 59 (pp. 105 - 106)