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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Tremissis - Cunincpert
| Gold | 1.20 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Lombardy and Tuscany (Lombard Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| King | Cunincpert (688-700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 688-700 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (653-774) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.20 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#144908 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Victory surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: D N CVNINCPERT REX RI
Translation:
Dominus Noster Cunincpert Rex
Our Lord, Cunincpert, King
Edge
Plain
Comment
The letter that appears in-field is the mintmark; however, which mint is attributed to each letter is not always certain. If a letter appears at the base of the bust, that is typical initial of the engraver, although in this case, the RX probably stands for Rex, meaning King.The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
No date (M mintmark):
1) D N CVNI - NCPERT / D N CVNINCPERT REX
No date (N mintmark):
1) D N REX - PIEPII / D N CVNINCPERT REX RI
2) D N CVNI - NCPERT / D N CVNINCPERT REX
The legend of the pictured coin is odd, and is a seemingly unique example, making some believe it was possibly the first coin struck for Cunincpert. The type with Cunincpert's name on both sides would have been minted afterwards.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Tremissis - Cunincpert (688-700) from Lombardy and Tuscany (Lombard Kingdom) made of Gold weighing 1.20 g is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of great cultural and economic change in Europe. The Lombard Kingdom, which was a Germanic kingdom that ruled much of Italy from the 6th to the 8th centuries, was known for its advanced agriculture, architecture, and trade networks. The use of gold coins like the Tremissis during this time period reflects the growing wealth and sophistication of the Lombard economy.
