1 Tremissis (In the name of Anastasius I) (501-600) front 1 Tremissis (In the name of Anastasius I) (501-600) back
1 Tremissis (In the name of Anastasius I) (501-600) photo
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1 Tremissis In the name of Anastasius I

 
Gold 1.39 g -
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Germanic tribes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
501-600
Value
1 Tremissis = ⅓ Solidus
Currency
Solidus (circa 301-750)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.39 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#153708
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Winged Victory facing right while holding cross, all surrounded by legend that is read from right to left.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VOTIVO - OVHOAVICCC
ONO

Translation:
Victoria Augustus / Constantinople
Victory of the August / Costantinople

Edge

Plain

Comment

This is an unpublished coin that is said to have been struck sometime in the 6th century. While this piece is struck on a tremissis flan, the overall design imitates certain solidus pieces.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Anastasius I, who was the last emperor of the Western Roman Empire and the first emperor of the Byzantine Empire. Despite being minted during a time of political transition, the coin still bears the name of Anastasius I, indicating the continuity of the Roman Empire's legacy. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold and weighs 1.39g suggests that it was a valuable and significant coin during its time.