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Tremissis - Charlemagne Lucca
| Electrum | 1.08 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Unified Carolingian Empire |
|---|---|
| King | Charlemagne (Karolus) (768-814) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 773-781 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound (751-843) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 1.08 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#117945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Star with six rays inside beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ FLAVIA LUCA
Translation: Lucca.
Comment
A Tremissis was a Roman coin introduced in the 4th century and with a value of 1/3 Solidus. The gold and silver contents of the Carolingian Denier and Tremissis of the 8th century suggest a value closer to 12 Deniers or 1 Solidus.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tremissis - Charlemagne (Lucca) (773-781) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Electrum weighing 1.08 g is that it features an image of Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, who was the King of the Franks and the first Holy Roman Emperor. He played a significant role in unifying Western Europe and was a major figure in the Carolingian Renaissance, which saw a resurgence of art, literature, and culture during his reign.
