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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Tremissis - Liutprand Regular bust; with hand in field
| Gold | 1.31 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Lombardy and Tuscany (Lombard Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| King | Liutprand (712-744) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 712-744 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (653-774) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.31 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#151403 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Saint Michael holding staff and shield while facing left, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SCS M - HAHIL
Translation:
Sanctae Michael
Saint Michael
Edge
Plain
Comment
Rather than having a mintmark appear in the field, some coins have a hand appear. It has been suggested the hand is a symbol was placed on the coins to remind forgers of the consequence of counterfeiting, which is getting their hands cut off.Another theory is that the hand actually acts as a mintmark; however, that cannot be confirmed.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Tremissis - Liutprand (Regular bust; with hand in field) (712-744) from Lombardy and Tuscany (Lombard Kingdom) made of Gold weighing 1.31 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the Lombard Kingdom, which was a medieval state that existed in Italy from the 6th to the 8th century. The coin features an image of King Liutprand, who ruled the kingdom from 712 to 744, and has a unique design element of a hand holding a scepter in the field, which sets it apart from other coins of the time.
