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1 Tremissis - Desiderius Castelseprio
| Gold | 1.07 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Lombardy and Tuscany (Lombard Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| King | Desiderius (756-774) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 757-774 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (653-774) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.07 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#144641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wheel dividing petals and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FLAVIA SI : BRIO
Unabridged legend: Flavia Sibrium
Translation:
Flavia Sebrio / Flavia Sibrium
Gold of Sebrio / Gold of Sibrium
Edge
Plain
Comment
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.No date:
1) D · N DI : SIDI : RIV Rx / FLAVIA SI : BRIO
2) D · N D : SIDI : RIVS · Rx / FL · AVI · A SIBRV
Interesting fact
The 1 Tremissis coin featuring Desiderius (Castelseprio) from Lombardy and Tuscany (Lombard Kingdom) is interesting because it was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and it weighed 1.07 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin of its size and denomination. This coin was used as a means of exchange and circulated widely in the region, and it is a testament to the advanced economy and trade networks of the Lombard Kingdom during the 8th century.
