© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
½ Siliqua - Baduila / In the name of Anastasius I, 491-518 Ticinum
| Silver | 1.28 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Ostrogothic Kingdom |
|---|---|
| King | Baduila (541-552) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 549-552 |
| Value | ½ Siliqua = 1⁄16 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (490-553) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.28 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stacked legend surrounded by wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
D N
BADV
ILA
REX
Translation:
Dominus Noster Baduila Rex
Our Lord, Baduila, King
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Anastasius I, who was the last Roman Emperor to rule under the Western Roman Empire. Despite the coin being minted in the name of Anastasius I, it was actually issued by the Ostrogothic Kingdom, which was a Germanic tribe that had conquered Italy and established their own kingdom. This coin is a unique example of the blending of Roman and Gothic cultures during this time period.
