Stephanos Bourtzes, hypatos and strategos, 11th century. Seal (Lead, 27 mm, 15.55 g, 12 h). ...-Γ/IO/C Nimbate facing bust of Saint George, holding a spear over his right shoulder, and resting a shield on his left arm . Rev. KЄ B,Θ, / CTЄΦAN / VΠATⲰ / K, CTPA(TI) / B૪Pζ in five lines. Unpublished in the standard references. An interesting seal of a military commander in a charming provincial style. Good very fine.

From a European collection, formed before 2005.