© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
¼ Siliqua - Amalasuntha / In the name of Justinian I, 527-565 and Theoderic, 493-526 Ravenna
| Silver | 0.74 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Ostrogothic Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Queen | Amalasuntha (534-535) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 534-535 |
| Value | ¼ Siliqua = 1⁄32 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (490-553) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Monogram of Theoderic surrounded by wreath.
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Some sources, like MIB and Metlich, ascribe these coins to the reign of Witigis (536-540). Even so, scholars tend to agree these coins were struck under Amalasuntha, who was the daughter of Theoderic (493-526) and ruled as queen regnant from 534 to 535.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political tension between the Eastern Roman Empire and the Ostrogothic Kingdom. Despite this, the coin still bears the name of Justinian I, indicating that the Ostrogothic Kingdom was still recognizing the authority of the Eastern Roman Empire. This highlights the complex political dynamics of the time and the ways in which different kingdoms and empires interacted with one another.
