© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
© Ernst Haeberlin; 1910. "Aes Grave". Joseph Baer, Frankfurt, Germany (CC0)
1 Semis Wheel / Amphora 240 BC - 225 BC
| Bronze | 64.15 g | 49 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Etruscan mint (Etruria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 240 BC - 225 BC |
| Value | 1 Semis = ½ As |
| Currency | As (circa 301-201 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 64.15 g |
| Diameter | 49 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Amphora with three dots to the left and three dots to the right.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Etruscan mint that produced this coin, which is unknown, was likely operated by the Etruscan civilization that flourished in central Italy, particularly in what is now Tuscany and Umbria, between the 8th and 3rd centuries BC. The Etruscans were known for their advanced engineering and artistic skills, and their coinage reflects this, with intricate designs and inscriptions that have helped historians and archaeologists learn more about their culture and trade practices.
