½ As (Without caduceus) (301 BC - 201 BC) front ½ As (Without caduceus) (301 BC - 201 BC) back
½ As (Without caduceus) (301 BC - 201 BC) photo
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½ As Without caduceus 301 BC - 201 BC

 
Bronze 156.90 g 58 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain city of Central Italy
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
301 BC - 201 BC
Value
Semis (½)
Currency
As (circa 301-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
156.90 g
Diameter
58 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185942
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Barley grain with with letter below.

Lettering: S

Translation: 1/2

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The ½ As coin from Uncertain city of Central Italy, made of Bronze and weighing 156.90g, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's believed to have been minted during the Roman Republic era, specifically between 301 BC and 201 BC. The coin's design features the goddess Roma on the obverse side, while the reverse side shows a horse and a dolphin, which symbolize the Roman Empire's military power and its control over the seas. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auctions.