© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tremissis In the name of Majorian
| Gold | 1.45 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Visigothic Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 459-461 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.45 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#412065 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross within a wreath, mint mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COMOB
Comment
Uncertain mint in Gallia, possibly Arles.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tremissis (In the name of Majorian) (459-461) from Visigothic Kingdom made of Gold weighing 1.45 g is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Majorian, who ruled the Western Roman Empire from 457 to 461 AD. Despite being issued by the Visigothic Kingdom, the coin still bears the image of the Roman Emperor, indicating the continued influence of Roman culture and authority even after the fall of the Western Roman Empire.
