Byzantine Weights, Circa 5th-7th century. Weight of 1 Ounkia (Bronze, 22x22 mm, 26.83 g), a uniface square commercial weight with double-grooved edges. Γᴑ A with cross above underneath an arch supported by two columns; all details engraved in outline. Rev. Plain. Bendall -. MAH -. Pera -. An attractive piece with beautiful earthen highlights. Very fine.
For a coin weight probably produced in the same workshop, see lot 1594 above.