© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tremissis - Gisulf II in the name of Justinian II
| Electrum | 1.33 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Benevento (Lombard Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Gisulf II (742-751) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 742-751 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis = ⅓ Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus (668-897) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 1.33 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#145101 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with letter to the left and monogram to the right, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICO ASTV
G - QV
CONOB
Unabridged legend:
Victoria Augustus
Gisolfus
Constantinople
Translation:
Victory to the August.
Gisulf.
Constantinople.
Comment
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.No date:
1) D N IO - IVS P P / VICT - VSTO - CONOB
2) D N - IVS P P / VICO ASTV - CONOB
3) D - VC P P / VICTA VSTV - CONOB
4) D - VS P P / VIC ASTV - CONOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and military upheaval in the Lombard Kingdom. Gisulf II, the Duke of Benevento, had recently died, and Justinian II, the Byzantine Emperor, was attempting to assert his authority over the Lombard territories. Despite this turmoil, the coin still bears the name of Justinian II, indicating that the Lombards were willing to recognize his authority, at least nominally. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the complex political dynamics at play during this time period.
