Tremissis - Justinian I (VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Carthagena) ND (527-565) front Tremissis - Justinian I (VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Carthagena) ND (527-565) back
Tremissis - Justinian I (VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Carthagena) ND (527-565) photo
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Tremissis - Justinian I VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Carthagena ND

 
Gold 1.5 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Emperor
Justinian I (527-565)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
527-565
Value
1 Tremissis (⅓)
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma (498-720)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.5 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#308341
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Victory advancing right, head left, holding wreath in right hand and globus cruciger in left hand, star in right field, inscription in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM
CONOB

Translation: Victory of the emperor.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tremissis coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Byzantine Empire, which was known for its complex system of currency and taxation. The Tremissis was a popular denomination and was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the empire.