© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tremissis in the name of Honorius
450 year| Gold | 1.2 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Suebi Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 450 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#151252 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross within wreaths around
Script: Latin
Lettering: COH
Unabridged legend: Constantinopolis obryzum
Translation:
Constantinopolis obryzum
Pure gold from Constaninopolis
Interesting fact
The Tremissis coin is interesting because it was issued by the Suebi Kingdom, a Germanic tribe that inhabited parts of modern-day Germany and France, during the 5th century. Despite being made of gold, it weighs only 1.2 grams, making it one of the smallest gold coins issued by the Suebi. Additionally, the coin features an image of Honorius, who was the Western Roman Emperor at the time, highlighting the influence of the Roman Empire on the Suebi Kingdom.
