Tremissis - Chlothar III (Paris) (657-673) front Tremissis - Chlothar III (Paris) (657-673) back
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Tremissis - Chlothar III Paris

 
Gold 1.2 g 12.5 mm
Description
Location
Kingdom of Neustria (Frankish Kingdoms)
Moneyer
Wandelenus
King
Chlothar III (657-673)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
657-673
Value
1 Tremissis (⅓)
Currency
Tremissis (476-670)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.2 g
Diameter
12.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#194047
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross ancrée set on globe.

Script: Latin

Lettering: VVΛNDELENO M ✠

Unabridged legend: WANDELENO MONETA

Translation: Coin of Wandelenus.

Comment

Wandelenus is the monneyer of this coin minted in Paris.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tremissis - Chlothar III (Paris) (657-673) made of Gold weighing 1.2 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of Chlothar III, who was the King of the Franks from 657 to 673. This coin was widely accepted and used for trade and commerce during that time period.