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Tremissis - Theodosius II Trophy between two stars; Constantinopolis
444 year| Gold | 1.49 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius II (402-450) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 444 |
| Value | 1 Tremissis (⅓) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.49 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#372949 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trophy between two stars, mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONOB
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tremissis - Theodosius II (Trophy between two stars; Constantinopolis) (444) coin from the Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) is that it features a unique design element: a trophy between two stars on the reverse side. This trophy symbolizes the victory of the Roman Empire and its dominance over the barbarian tribes. The coin's design also includes the image of Emperor Theodosius II, who ruled the empire from 408 to 450 AD. The coin's gold content and weight of 1.49g also make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
