© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Tremissis LEIO IACOTIS MVNITA
| Gold (.685) | 1.2 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Suebi Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 583-585 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis |
| Composition | Gold (.685) |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#188226 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross within wreaths around
Script: Latin
Lettering: IONIOϽ
Unabridged legend: Constantinopolis obryzum
Translation:
Constantinopolis obryzum
Pure gold from Constaninopolis
Comment
While the name could have indicated the mint, one theory suggests these were local issues of the individual cities during the decline of the Suebi Kingdom.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Suebi Kingdom's Tremissis coin is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of great cultural and political change in Europe. The Suevi were a Germanic tribe that settled in the Iberian Peninsula (modern-day Spain and Portugal) and established their kingdom in the 5th century. The Tremissis coin was minted during the reign of King Miro (583-585) and was used as a means of exchange and trade throughout the kingdom. Despite its small size, the coin was made of gold (.685) and weighed 1.2 grams, indicating the value and wealth of the Suebi Kingdom at that time.
