Tremissis - Gregory in the name of Justinian II (732-739) front Tremissis - Gregory in the name of Justinian II (732-739) back
Tremissis - Gregory in the name of Justinian II (732-739) photo
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Tremissis - Gregory in the name of Justinian II

 
Electrum 1.26 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Benevento (Lombard Kingdom)
Duke
Gregory (733-739)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
732-739
Value
1 Tremissis = ⅓ Solidus
Currency
Solidus (668-897)
Composition
Electrum
Weight
1.26 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#145096
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross with letter to the left and star to the right (scratched out in picture), all surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICS - G
G
CONOB

Unabridged legend:
Victoria Augustus
Gregorius
Constantinopolis

Translation:
Victory to the August.
Gregory.
Constantinople.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great political and economic change in the Lombard Kingdom. The reign of Justinian II saw significant reforms in the Byzantine Empire, including changes to the coinage system. The Tremissis, which was first introduced during this period, was a new denomination that replaced the older Solidus and was intended to be a more practical coin for everyday transactions. The fact that this particular coin was made of Electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, suggests that it was a high-value coin at the time. Additionally, the fact that it was issued in the name of Justinian II, who was known for his military campaigns and territorial expansion, suggests that this coin may have been used to finance some of these efforts.