Theodoric the Great was king of the Ostrogoths from 474 to 526. He was born in Pannonia, but at the age of 7 was sent as a hostage to Constantinople. There he received a careful education, which shaped his vision of the state. Theodoric ruled his country with great wisdom and skill. He was a visionary who wished to combine Roman and Germanic cultures. Therefore, he gathered outstanding scholars and artists in his court. This fact is clearly visible in his minting, which tried to combine the above-mentioned styles.
A very interesting piece, perforated in the era, probably serving as a tag.
Obverse: Bust of Roma in helmet and armor, to the right, in the rim the legend IMVICTA ROMA
Reverse: Eagle with outspread wings, standing to the left, looking to the right, in the left field the value mark XL (40 nummi), in segment x A x
Bronze, diameter 22 x 25 mm, weight 7.85 g.
