PB Byzantine anonymous seal (AD 11th century)
Obv: Bust of St Nicholas holding the book and offering a blessing. Inscription on either side: ὁ ἅγι[ος] Νικόλ[αος]. Border of dots.
Rev: Patriarchal cross surmounted on three steps, an X is at the intersection of the lower arm, tendrils springing from the base. Border of dots.
Similar specimen, DO Seals 7, no. 18.3.
Weight: 14.73 g.
Diameter: 23.60 mm.