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Plates like this were made in sets for use in wealthy homes. The Greek letters at the ends of the cross-shaped monogram may refer to the owner, Theodore A(?). The control stamps on the back of the plate date it early in the reign of the emperor Heraclius (610–41).
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Title: Plate with Monogram
Date: 610–613
Culture: Byzantine
Medium: Silver, niello
Dimensions: Overall: 5 1/4 x 15/16 in. (13.3 x 2.4 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Silver
Credit Line: Fletcher Fund, 1952
Object Number: 52.25.2
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