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Tremissis - Mauricius Tiberius VICTORIA AVSTRVM; Rome ND
Gold | 1.45 g | 16 mm |
Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
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Emperor | Maurice (582-602) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 582-602 |
Value | 1 Tremissis (⅓) |
Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 1.45 g |
Diameter | 16 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#311537 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory standing, advancing right, holding wreath in right hand and globus cruciger in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVSTRVM
CONOB
Unabridged legend: Victoria Augustorum
Translation: To the victory of the augusts
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tremissis - Mauricius Tiberius coin is that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Maurice Tiberius (582-602 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, including the introduction of the "themes" system, which divided the empire into military-civilian provinces.