Anonymous, 11th century. Seal (Lead, 24 mm, 7.81 g, 12 h). Θ / N/I-K/O/Λ, Nimbate facing bust of Saint Nicholas, raising his right hand in benediction and holding book of Gospels in his left hand . Rev. Θ / Π/AN/T-Λ/Є/HM/ω, Nimbate bust of St. Pantaleon, holding martyr's cross in his right hand. Cheynet et al., Istanbul 10.82. Good very fine.
St. Pantaleon was (and still is) the patron saint of doctors and midwives.
Price realized | 320 CHF |
Starting price | 50 CHF |