1 Tremissis (In the name of Justinian I; Crossed tassels; straight) (568-690) front 1 Tremissis (In the name of Justinian I; Crossed tassels; straight) (568-690) back
1 Tremissis (In the name of Justinian I; Crossed tassels; straight) (568-690) photo
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG

1 Tremissis In the name of Justinian I; Crossed tassels; straight

 
Gold 1.46 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Lombardy (Lombard Kingdom)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
568-690
Value
1 Tremissis
Currency
Tremissis (568-690)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.46 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#145074
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Winged Victory with star to the right, all surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTORIA AVCVSTORVI
CONOB

Translation:
Victoria Augustus / Constantinople
Victory of the August / Constantinople

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Justinian I, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 527 to 565 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins minted in his name, which were used to pay soldiers and civil servants. The crossed tassels on the coin symbolize the unity of the Byzantine Empire and the straight tassels represent the imperial power. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold and weighs 1.46g suggests that it was a valuable coin during its time.