Tremissis - Gundemaro (Elvora) (609-612) front Tremissis - Gundemaro (Elvora) (609-612) back
Tremissis - Gundemaro (Elvora) (609-612) photo
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Tremissis - Gundemaro Elvora

 
Gold 1.44 g -
Description
Issuer
Visigothic Kingdom
King
Gundemar (610-612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
609-612
Value
1 Tremissis
Currency
Tremissis
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.44 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#131654
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: IVSTVS ELVORA

Interesting fact

The Tremissis - Gundemaro (Elvora) coin was used as a form of currency during the Visigothic Kingdom, which was a Germanic kingdom that ruled much of the Iberian Peninsula from the 5th to the 8th century. The coin was made of gold and weighed 1.44 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the coin was a valuable form of currency and was used for trade and commerce throughout the kingdom.