© CGB
© CGB
Tremissis - Sigebert III Marseille
| Gold | 1.07 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Austrasia (Frankish Kingdoms) |
|---|---|
| King | Sigebert III (639-656) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 639-656 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis (⅓) |
| Currency | Tremissis (476-670) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.07 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#348823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Latin cross sided with letters MΛ.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MΛ
Translation: Marseille.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tremissis - Sigebert III (Marseille) coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of a cross, symbolizing the Christian faith of the Frankish Kingdoms. On the other side, it features a depiction of a pagan goddess, possibly a representation of the Roman goddess Venus, highlighting the cultural influences and syncretism prevalent during the Merovingian period. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex religious landscape of the time and offers a fascinating insight into the cultural dynamics of the Kingdom of Austrasia during Sigebert III's reign.
