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1 Tremissis
Gold | 1.34 g | 14 mm |
Issuer | Uncertain Germanic tribes |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 525-600 |
Value | 1 Tremissis = ⅓ Solidus |
Currency | Solidus (circa 301-750) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 1.34 g |
Diameter | 14 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#153747 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Victory with star to the right, all surrounded by nonsensical legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IIIIIIIIAVI · IVVIIIIIAIA
IIVIIIIII
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was said to be struck in the name of Justinian I (527-565) in the mid- to late-6th century. Even so, there is nothing in the legend to suggest which ruler this coin was struck in the name of.Interesting fact
The 1 Tremissis coin from Uncertain Germanic tribes made of Gold weighing 1.34g is interesting because it is a rare example of a gold coin from a group of tribes that were known for their silver and base metal coinage. The fact that it was made of gold suggests that it may have been a special issue or ceremonial coin, and its rarity makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.