© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Tremissis Cologne
| Gold | 1.38 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Austrasia (Frankish Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 550-600 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis (⅓) |
| Currency | Tremissis (476-670) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.38 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#354153 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victoria standing with wreath and cross, star in field to right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: WSBOИ COLVNIA CIΛIT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tremissis (Cologne) coin from the Kingdom of Austrasia is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of significant cultural and economic change in Europe. The Frankish Kingdoms, which encompassed much of Western Europe during the 5th to 10th centuries, were known for their advancements in agriculture, architecture, and trade, and the Tremissis coin was a symbol of this prosperity. Despite its small weight, the coin was valued for its gold content and was used in transactions across the kingdom. Today, the Tremissis coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, offering a glimpse into the economic and cultural achievements of medieval Europe.