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Tremissis - Sico
| Electrum | 1.12 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Benevento (Lombard Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Sico (817-832) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 817-832 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis = ⅓ Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus (668-897) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 1.12 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#145242 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with letter to the left and to the right, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHANGELVS MICHAEL
S - C
Unabridged legend:
Archangelus Michael
Sico
Translation:
Archangel Michael.
Sico.
Comment
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.1) SICO P - RINCE / ARCHANGELVS MICHAEL
2) SICO - PRINCE / ARCHANGELVS MICHAEL
3) SICO - PRINCE / S - MICHAEL ARHANGELV
Variants of the reverse:
Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co.
Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tremissis - Sico (817-832) from Benevento (Lombard Kingdom) made of Electrum weighing 1.12 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes the Christian faith, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory, highlighting the cultural influences of the time. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex religious and cultural landscape of the Lombard Kingdom during the 9th century.
