© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Tremissis In the name of Heraclius; Line bust; leaning forward
| Gold | 1.46 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Tuscany (Lombardic Duchy of Tuscany) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 620-700 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (620-700) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.46 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#144795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIITORIA AVCVSTORVN
CONOB
Translation:
Victoria Augustus / Constantinople
Victory of the August / Constantinople
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was possibly struck in Lucca.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Heraclius, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 610 to 641 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign that featured a new style of portraiture, known as the "leaning forward" style, which showed the emperor with a more dynamic and active pose, leaning forward and looking outwards, rather than the traditional static and formal pose seen on earlier coins. This style was meant to convey a sense of energy and vitality, and was a departure from the more traditional and conservative style of coinage that had been seen in the past.
