½ Siliqua (In the name of Anastasius I; Sirmium; small bust) (491-518) front ½ Siliqua (In the name of Anastasius I; Sirmium; small bust) (491-518) back
½ Siliqua (In the name of Anastasius I; Sirmium; small bust) (491-518) photo
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½ Siliqua In the name of Anastasius I; Sirmium; small bust

 
Silver 1.46 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Gepid Kingdom
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
491-518
Value
½ Siliqua
Currency
Siliqua (491-567)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.46 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#145991
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend between two horizontal lines surrounded by more legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGGG
SRW
CONOB

Translation:
Victoria Augustus
(Victory to the August)
Sirium
Constantinople

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Anastasius I, who was the last Roman Emperor to rule before the fall of the Western Roman Empire. Despite being issued during a time of political and economic turmoil, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the skill of the mint workers and the artistic traditions of the Roman Empire.