© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Tremissis In the name of Anastasius I; Round shoulder; hanging tassels
| Gold | 1.47 g | 15 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 | 1.47 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#153889 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Victory with star to the right, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVCSTORA
ONOR
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 used as a form of currency during a time of great cultural and political change in Europe. The Uncertain Germanic tribes who produced the coin were part of a larger movement of tribes and peoples who were migrating and settling across the continent, leading to the eventual formation of new kingdoms and empires. Despite the uncertainty of the time, coins like this one played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce, and they remain an important part of historical collections and studies today.
