Tremissis - Aelia Eudocia (Cross within wreath; Constantinopolis) (425-429) front Tremissis - Aelia Eudocia (Cross within wreath; Constantinopolis) (425-429) back
Tremissis - Aelia Eudocia (Cross within wreath; Constantinopolis) (425-429) photo
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Tremissis - Aelia Eudocia Cross within wreath; Constantinopolis

 
Gold 1.52 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Eastern Roman Empire (Rome)
Emperor
Theodosius II (402-450)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
425-429
Value
1 Tremissis (⅓)
Currency
Solidus (330-476)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.52 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#372978
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross within wreath, mintmark in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONOB

Comment

Aelia Eudocia was wife of Emperor Theodosius II.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tremissis - Aelia Eudocia coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The cross within a wreath on the obverse (front) side of the coin symbolizes Christianity, while the image of Constantinopolis on the reverse (back) side represents the ancient Roman Empire. This blending of religious and cultural symbols reflects the complex and changing religious landscape of the Eastern Roman Empire during the 5th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (425-429) CONOB - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tremissis - Aelia Eudocia (Cross within wreath; Constantinopolis) (425-429) coin.