Tremissis - Wittiza (Emerita) (700-710) front Tremissis - Wittiza (Emerita) (700-710) back
Tremissis - Wittiza (Emerita) (700-710) photo
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Tremissis - Wittiza Emerita

 
Gold 1.42 g -
Description
Issuer
Visigothic Kingdom
King
Wittiza (694-710)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
700-710
Value
1 Tremissis
Currency
Tremissis
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.42 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#192546
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: + EMERITA PIVS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tremissis - Wittiza (Emerita) coin from the Visigothic Kingdom 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 Visigoths, while on the other side, it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory, reflecting the cultural influences of the Roman Empire that had previously ruled over the region. This blending of religious and cultural symbols highlights the complex and multifaceted nature of the Visigothic Kingdom and its place within the broader history of Europe.