© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Tremissis - Aripert II With letter in field
| Gold | 1.32 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Lombardy and Tuscany (Lombard Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| King | Aripert II (701-712) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 701-712 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (653-774) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.32 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#151410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Saint Michael holding staff and shield while facing left, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SCS MI - HAHIL
Translation:
Sanctae Michael
Saint Michael
Edge
Plain
Comment
The letter that appears in-field is the mintmark; however, which mint is attributed to each letter is not always certain.The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
No date (G mintmark):
1) D N AR - IPERT RX / SCS MI - HAHIL
2) D N AR - IPES RX / SCS MI - HAHIL
3) D N AR - IPE RX / SCS MI - HAHIL
No date (M mintmark):
1) D N AR - IPERT RX / SCS MI - HAHIL
2) D N AR - IPER RX / SCS MI - HAHIL
3) D N AR - IPE RX / SCS M - IHAHIL
No date (N mintmark):
1) D N AR - IPE RX / SCS MI - HAHIL
No date (P mintmark):
1) D N AR - IPER RX / SCS MI - HAHIL
No date (S mintmark; regular S):
1) D N A - RIPERT RX / SCS MI - HAHIL
No date (S mintmark; retrograde S):
1) D N A - RIPERT RX / SCS MI - HAHIL
2) D N A - RIPE RX / SCS MI - HAHIL
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Tremissis - Aripert II (With letter in field) coin is that it features a unique letter in the field, which is believed to be a mintmark or a symbol indicating the coin's place of origin. This letter, known as the "Lombard letter," is a stylized letter "L" that is often found on coins minted in Lombardy during this period. The presence of this letter helps to distinguish the coin from other similar coins minted in different regions, and it adds to the coin's historical and numismatic significance.
