© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Tremissis In the name of Anastasius I; Pointy shoulder
| Gold | 1.43 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Germanic tribes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 491-600 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis = ⅓ Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus (circa 301-750) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.43 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#153888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Winged Victory with star to the right, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORSA AVCOSTAVI
CONOB
Translation:
Victoria Augustus / Constantinople
Victory of the August / Constantinople
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin is said to be struck from the late-5th to 6th centuries.While this coin looks extremely similar to certain Ostrogothic issues, the slightly-off syle and odd legend means this is more likely an imitation of those Ostrothic issues that was struck at an Uncertain Germanic Tribe.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Anastasius I, who was the last Roman Emperor to rule before the fall of the Western Roman Empire. Despite being made of gold, the coin weighs only 1.43 grams, making it a relatively small and portable form of currency for its time. Additionally, the fact that it was minted by the Uncertain Germanic tribes suggests that it may have been used in trade and commerce beyond the borders of the Roman Empire, highlighting the coin's potential cultural and historical significance.
