Tremissis - Leo I (VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Constantinopolis) (462-466) front Tremissis - Leo I (VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Constantinopolis) (462-466) back
Tremissis - Leo I (VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Constantinopolis) (462-466) photo
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Tremissis - Leo I VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Constantinopolis

 
Gold 1.40 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Eastern Roman Empire (Rome)
Emperor
Leo I (457-474)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
462-466
Value
Solidus (⅓)
Currency
Solidus (330-476)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.40 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#373695
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory advancing to front, head left, wreath upward in right hand, globus cruciger in left; star to right, mintmark in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM
CONOB

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tremissis - Leo I (VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Constantinopolis) coin is that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Leo I, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to stabilize the Eastern Roman Empire's economy. The coin's design features the emperor's name and title, as well as the image of a victory angel holding a wreath and a scepter, symbolizing the empire's military prowess and imperial power. Despite being made of gold, the coin was still used as a standard circulation coin, highlighting the wealth and prosperity of the Eastern Roman Empire during Leo's reign.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (462-466) CONOB - - - - - -

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