★ Byzantine lead seal of Irene (10th c.). A rarest seal of a high society woman! ★

Obv.: Patriarchal cross in the center with floral decorations, invocative circular inscription, [....] RΟΗΘΕΙ (Lord?, help), dotted border.

Rev.: Legend in 4 lines, + TH/ CH ΔΟΥ/ΛΗ ΙΡΙ/ΝΗ (your servant Irene), dotted border.

Weakness areas, otherwise Fine plus, as in photos. Uncleaned, with a charming natural cream patina.

A possibly unpublished interesting seal!

Commentary: Generally, the seals of women owners are very few.

Weight:5,9 gr Diameter:20,4 mm