Merovingian Francia, Bannassac, Aquitaine (620-650), National Series, Imported Gold, Tremissis, Elafius, diademed head right, olive branch before, rev. MONETA + ELAFIUS, two-handled chalice on tripod, cross above, 1.29g, 180° (SCBI 69, 1078 this coin; cf. Belfort [1892-5], 653, and 657-669; cf, MEC 423, cf. Elsen FPL 278 [October 2016], lot 193), minor flan split, otherwise of rich gold fabric, nicely centred a most attractive, almost extremely fine, very rare.
provenance
M Vosper, May 2014
Reportedly found in Northern France
Estimate: £3000 - £4000