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Tremissis - Moneyer Anglus II Quentovic
| Electrum | 1.32 g | 13 mm |
| Location | Kingdom of Neustria (Frankish Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Anglus II |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 660-675 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis (⅓) |
| Currency | Tremissis (476-670) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 1.32 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#194056 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross set on two steps.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANGLO m◊NЄT
Unabridged legend: ANGLUS MONETARIUS
Translation: Moneyer Anglus.
Comment
There were two moneyers named Anglus (probably father and son) who minted tremissis at Quentovic. Anglus II made the last known coinage of gold coins in Quentovic before the transition to silver coinage.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tremissis - Moneyer Anglus II (Quentovic) (660-675) made of Electrum weighing 1.32 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the early Middle Ages in Europe, specifically in the Frankish Empire. It was a widely accepted denomination and was used for everyday transactions, such as buying goods and services. Despite its small weight, it was considered a valuable coin due to the rarity of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (660-675) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tremissis - Moneyer Anglus II (Quentovic) (660-675) coin.
