Frankish Kingdom Solidus - Theudebert I, 540 – 548
Bonn mint
Information
Country
Frankish Kingdom
Frankish Kingdom
Currency
Tremissis
(476 – 670)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus - Theudebert I
Year
540 – 548
Ruler
Theudebert I
(534–548)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.41
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus - Theudebert I from Frankish Kingdom. Issued from 540 to 548. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 4.41 g.
- Obverse
- Bust facing, spear on the right shoulder. The bust is helmeted, the helmet decorated with three rows of pearls, surmounted by a crest. On the left shoulder, a shield on which is represented a horse. (Our Lord Theudebert, victorious.)
- Reverse
- Victory standing facing, holding a long cross and a cruciger globe. Letters B and O on either side of Victory. Star in the field to the right. CONOB in the epigraph. (Victory of the August. Bonn.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (540-548) | — |
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