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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
¼ Siliqua In the name of Anastasius I; Ravenna
| Silver | 0.71 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Ostrogothic Kingdom |
|---|---|
| King | Theoderic the Great (490-526) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 493-518 |
| Value | ¼ Siliqua = 1⁄32 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (490-553) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.71 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#119673 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Monogram of Theoderic with cross above and surrounded by wreath.
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Some sources say this coin was minted at Rome.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 both the Western and Eastern Roman Empire. This coin, minted in Ravenna, was a standard circulation coin in the Ostrogothic Kingdom and was made of silver, weighing 0.71 grams. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin's design remained consistent with the traditional Roman style, featuring an image of the emperor on one side and a symbol of the Roman state on the other. This coin serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and its influence on the cultures that followed.
