© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
1 Denarius Cross; circle
| Billon | 1.48 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Goths from Taman (Crimean Goths) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275-325 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denarius (late 3rd/early 4th centuries) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.48 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#166112 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Winged person standing with cross to the left and circle to the right.
Comment
The majority of these coins have been found around the Taman Peninsula, and are said to have been struck from the late-3rd to early-4th centuries by the early Goths who occupied the area.Interesting fact
The Crimean Goths were a Germanic tribe that lived in the Crimean Peninsula during the 3rd to 5th centuries AD. They were known for their unique culture, which was influenced by both their Germanic roots and their interaction with the local Scythian and Greek populations. The coin , the 1 Denarius (Cross; circle) (275-325) from Goths from Taman, is an example of their currency during that time period. It's made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, and weighs 1.48 grams. This coin is an interesting fact because it shows the cultural exchange and trade that occurred between the Goths and other civilizations in the region during that time.
