© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Semissis in the name of Zeno Ravenna
| Gold | 2.28 g | 16.3 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Italy (Rome) |
|---|---|
| King | Odovacar (476-493) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 480-491 |
| Value | 1 Semissis (½) |
| Currency | Solidus (476-493) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.28 g |
| Diameter | 16.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#151680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Backwards chi rho in wreath and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORI A AVGGG
COMOB
Unabridged legend:
Victoria Augustus
Constantinopolis
Translation:
Victory of the August.
Constantinople.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Zeno, who was the last Roman Emperor to rule over a unified Eastern and Western Roman Empire. This coin, made of gold and weighing 2.28 grams, was used as a means of exchange and circulated throughout the empire during Zeno's rule from 480-491 AD. Despite the turbulent political climate of the time, this coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, reflecting the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire.
