© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
½ As Heavy type 280 BC - 240 BC
| Bronze | 126.86 g | - |
| Issuer | Tuder (Umbria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280 BC - 240 BC |
| Value | ½ As = 1 Semis |
| Currency | As (circa 280-201 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 126.86 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182573 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lyre with value to the right.
Lettering: C
Translation: 1/2
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ As coin from Tuder (Umbria) was used as a form of currency during the Roman Republic, and its design was standardized across different regions to facilitate trade and commerce. The coin's weight and size were carefully regulated to ensure consistency and accuracy in transactions. Despite being made of bronze, a relatively inexpensive material, the coin's weight and value were still carefully controlled to prevent counterfeiting and maintain the trust of the people in the currency. This attention to detail and standardization helped to establish the Roman Republic as a major economic power in the ancient world.
