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1 Tremissis In the name of Heraclius; Lined torso
Gold | 1.45 g | 17 mm |
Issuer | Lombardy (Lombard Kingdom) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 610-690 |
Value | 1 Tremissis |
Currency | Tremissis (568-690) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 1.45 g |
Diameter | 17 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#145071 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Victory with stick and dots for face, helmet-hair, and cross to the right, all surrounded by nonsensical legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VVOVOIOAVVIIVOIVIIOT
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Heraclius, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 610 to 641 AD. During his reign, he reformed the Byzantine Empire's monetary system, introducing a new gold coin called the solidus, which became the standard for Byzantine coinage for centuries to come. The 1 Tremissis coin, which is made of gold and weighs 1.45g, is an example of this new monetary system and is a testament to the economic reforms implemented by Heraclius.