© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
1 Tremissis - Witigis / In the name of Justinian I, 527-565 Ravenna
| Gold | 1.43 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Ostrogothic Kingdom |
|---|---|
| King | Witigis (536-540) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 536-540 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (490-553) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.43 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#153633 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged Victory facing left with star to the right and holding ribbon, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVCVSTORVN
COMOB
Unabridged legend: Victoria Augustus / Constantinople
Translation: Victory of the August / Constantinople
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Witigis, the last king of the Ostrogothic Kingdom, who ruled from 536 to 540 AD. Despite being made of gold, the coin weighs only 1.43 grams, making it a relatively small and portable form of currency for its time.
