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Tremissis - Charlemagne Pavia
| Gold | 1 g | 18 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 | Gold |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#350384 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend around a star with 6 arms and leaves in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ FLAVIA TICINO
Translation: Pavia.
Comment
With the capitulary of Mantua, Charlemagne finally imposed the sole use of silver denarii in Italy, a few years after his conquest in 773.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tremissis - Charlemagne (Pavia) (773-781) from Unified Carolingian Empire made of Gold weighing 1 g is that it was used as a means of payment and exchange during Charlemagne's reign, which was a time of significant economic and cultural growth in Europe. The coin's design features an image of Charlemagne on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the connection between the monarch and the Christian faith. The use of gold in the coin's production also reflects the wealth and prosperity of the Carolingian Empire during this period.
