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¼ Siliqua In the name of Justin II; Open staurogram without dot above
| Silver | 0.61 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Lombardy (Lombard Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 568-690 |
| Value | ¼ Siliqua = 1⁄32 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (568-690) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.61 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#145055 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Opened staurogram with a star on either side, all surrounded by a wreath.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Some sources list these as a 1/4 Siliqua; others list these as a 1/2 Siliqua.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Justin II, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 565 to 578. The coin features an open staurogram, which is a symbol of the Christian cross, and it does not have a dot above it. This suggests that the coin was issued during a time when Christianity was still a prominent religion in the region. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 0.61 grams indicates that it was a valuable and widely used coin during its time.
