© © Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© © Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Tremissis - Desiderius Piacenza
| Gold | 1.04 g | 18 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 | 1.04 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#151259 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wheel dividing petals and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FL · A · PLACENTIAG
Unabridged legend: Flavia Piacenza
Translation: Gold of Piacenza
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Tremissis coin featuring Desiderius (Piacenza) (757-774) from Lombardy and Tuscany (Lombard Kingdom) is interesting because it was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. The fact that it weighs 1.04g suggests that it was a significant coin with a high value, and its gold content would have made it stand out among other coins in circulation. Additionally, the fact that it was issued during the reign of Desiderius, who was the last king of the Lombards, adds historical significance to the coin.
