1 Tremissis (In the name of Heraclius; Stipled torso) (610-690) front 1 Tremissis (In the name of Heraclius; Stipled torso) (610-690) back
1 Tremissis (In the name of Heraclius; Stipled torso) (610-690) photo
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1 Tremissis In the name of Heraclius; Stipled torso

 
Gold 1.43 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Lombardy (Lombard Kingdom)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
610-690
Value
1 Tremissis
Currency
Tremissis (568-690)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.43 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#145070
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: VVITOIIVAVIIIOIVIIOCVOII

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. During his reign, he reformed the Byzantine coinage system, introducing a new standardized system of coins, including the tremissis, which was a gold coin equal to one-third of a solidus. This coin, bearing the name of Heraclius, is a rare example of this standardized issue and is a valuable piece for collectors and historians.