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1 Tremissis Anonymous
| Gold | 1.39 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Germanic tribes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 700-750 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis = ⅓ Soldius |
| Currency | Solidus (circa 301-750) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.39 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#153711 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross surrounded by nonsensical legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIIOVIIIVIOVIVOIIO
Edge
Plain
Comment
Why the reverse resembles the Lombardic municipal issues from the Duchy of Tuscany, the obverse is completely different. This piece was probably struck by an Uncertain Germanic Tribe imitating those Lombardic issues; however, another possibility is that this is an official municipal issue from the Duchy of Tuscany that was struck at a city that used a different obverse image.While the date-range of this piece is not known, if this piece is related to the municipal issues of the Duchy of Tuscany, the date-range should be of a similar time (700-750).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Tremissis (Anonymous) (700-750) from Uncertain Germanic tribes made of Gold weighing 1.39 g is that it was likely used as a form of currency during a time of great cultural and economic change in Europe. The coin's gold content and intricate design would have made it a valuable and prestigious item, and its use would have been a symbol of wealth and status. Additionally, the fact that it was produced by unknown Germanic tribes adds an air of mystery to its history and significance.
