Tremissis - Egica and Wittiza (Eliberri) (687-702) front Tremissis - Egica and Wittiza (Eliberri) (687-702) back
Tremissis - Egica and Wittiza (Eliberri) (687-702) photo
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Tremissis - Egica and Wittiza Eliberri

 
Gold 1.23 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Visigothic Kingdom
King
Egica (687-702) Wittiza (694-710)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
687-702
Value
1 Tremissis
Currency
Tremissis
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.23 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#116707
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: +INNPINME VVITTIZZA P

Comment

Coin MCM 3864 from INCM museum

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tremissis coin is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of great cultural and religious change in the Visigothic Kingdom. The coin features an image of King Egica and Wittiza (also known as Eliberri) on one side, and a cross on the other, reflecting the kingdom's transition from a pagan to a Christian society. Despite its small weight, the coin played a significant role in the economy of the time and remains a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians today.