Byzantine Empire Tremissis - Anastasius I Dicorus, 491 – 518
VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM; Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Tremissis
Year
491 – 518
Ruler
Anastasius I Dicorus
(491–518)
Composition
Gold (.990)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.5
Diameter (mm)
15
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Tremissis from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 491 to 518. Struck in Gold (.990). Measures 15 mm and weighs 1.5 g.
- Obverse
- Emperor Anastasius I Dicorus (pearl diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right) (“Dominus Noster Anastasius Perpetuus Augustus” (Our Lord Anastasius Perpetual August))
- Reverse
- Victory advancing right, head left, holding wreath and cross on globe ; star in right field (Victory of the Augusts)
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (491-518) CONOB | — | DOC I 10a, MIB 12 |
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