© RIC
© RIC
Æ Semis Imitation of the Roman Republic 90 BC - 1 BC
| - | 3 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Iberian mint (Punic Iberia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 90 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | Semissis (1⁄800) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#382130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prow of a rough ship to the right
Comment
Imitation of the Semis of the Roman RepublicInteresting fact
The Æ Semis coin was used in the Roman Republic and was an imitation of the Roman Republic's official currency, the Denarius. It was minted in the 1st century BC and was used in the Iberian Peninsula, which is now modern-day Spain and Portugal. The coin was made of bronze and weighed 3 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. Despite being an imitation, the Æ Semis coin was still widely accepted as a form of currency and was used for everyday transactions.
