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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Tremissis - Ratchis First reign; without body
| Gold | 1.25 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Lombardy and Tuscany (Lombard Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| King | Ratchis (744-749) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 744-749 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (653-774) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#144803 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Saint Michael holding staff and shield while facing left, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SCS - IIIIIII
Translation:
Sanctae Michael
Saint Michael
Edge
Plain
Comment
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.No date:
1) D N RATTICIS Y PASO / SCS - IIIIIL
2) D N RATICIS · P · ASO / SCS - IIIIIII
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Tremissis - Ratchis (First reign; without body) (744-749) from Lombardy and Tuscany (Lombard Kingdom) made of Gold weighing 1.25 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Ratchis, who was the first king of the Lombards to issue coins with his own name and title, rather than using the traditional Roman imperial titles. This coin, which features the king's name and a simplified version of his royal title, "Rex totius Italiae" (King of all Italy), reflects the growing power and influence of the Lombard Kingdom during this period.
