1 Tremissis (In the name of Justinian I; Parallel tassels) (568-690) front 1 Tremissis (In the name of Justinian I; Parallel tassels) (568-690) back
1 Tremissis (In the name of Justinian I; Parallel tassels) (568-690) photo
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1 Tremissis In the name of Justinian I; Parallel tassels

 
Gold 1.47 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Lombardy (Lombard Kingdom)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
568-690
Value
1 Tremissis
Currency
Tremissis (568-690)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.47 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#145072
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTOIIA AVCVITOHVN
COHOB

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. Despite being minted in Lombardy, the coin still bears the name of Justinian I, indicating the influence of the Byzantine Empire in the region. Additionally, the coin features parallel tassels on both sides, which is a unique design element for coins of this era.