Tremissis - Moneyer Gavaletano (Banassac) (640-660) front Tremissis - Moneyer Gavaletano (Banassac) (640-660) back
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Tremissis - Moneyer Gavaletano Banassac

 
Gold 1.17 g 14 mm
Description
Location
Kingdom of Aquitaine (Frankish Kingdoms)
Moneyer
Gavaletano
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
640-660
Value
1 Tremissis (⅓)
Currency
Tremissis (476-670)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.17 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#194046
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Chalice set on pelleted ground line.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GΛVALЄTΛNO
BAH

Interesting fact

The Tremissis - Moneyer Gavaletano (Banassac) coin, made of gold and weighing 1.17g, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during the Byzantine Empire, specifically during the reign of Emperor Constans II (641-668 AD). Despite its small size, it held significant value and was used for everyday transactions. Its design features the emperor's image on one side and an angel holding a cross on the other, symbolizing the empire's Christian faith.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (640-660)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tremissis - Moneyer Gavaletano (Banassac) (640-660) coin.