Tremissis - Grimoald III (792-806) front Tremissis - Grimoald III (792-806) back
Tremissis - Grimoald III (792-806) photo
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Tremissis - Grimoald III

 
Electrum 1.35 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Benevento (Lombard Kingdom)
Prince
Grimoald III (788-806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
792-806
Value
1 Tremissis = ⅓ Solidus
Currency
Solidus (668-897)
Composition
Electrum
Weight
1.35 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#145267
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross with letter to the left and to the right, all surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VITORA PRINCIP
G - R
CONOB

Unabridged legend:
Victoria Princeps
Grimvaldus
Costantinopolis

Translation:
Victory of the Prince.
Grimoald.
Constantinople.

Comment

Variant of the reverse without pellet down the cross:

Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tremissis - Grimoald III (792-806) coin from Benevento (Lombard Kingdom) made of Electrum weighing 1.35g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes Christianity, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory, highlighting the cultural influences of the time. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex religious landscape of the Lombard Kingdom during the 8th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (792-806)  - - - - - -

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