Merovingian Tremissis Gold Coin from China
Small gold tremissis from 6th-7th century Frankish Merovingian kingdom, often imitating Byzantine types. HTS 9705.31.00.01 applies to this pre-14th century numismatic collectible exceeding 100 years, not from sites. Key to early medieval European monetary history.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• XRF analysis can confirm period-correct alloy composition against fakes
• File CBP Form 301 with detailed description to match statistical reporting notes
• Avoid bulk shipments that might trigger archaeological collection scrutiny