1 Semuncia (301 BC - 201 BC) front 1 Semuncia (301 BC - 201 BC) back
1 Semuncia (301 BC - 201 BC) photo
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1 Semuncia 301 BC - 201 BC

 
Bronze 13.68 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain city of Central Italy
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
301 BC - 201 BC
Value
Semuncia (1⁄24)
Currency
As (circa 301-201 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
13.68 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#186653
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Sunburst of four rays.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Semuncia coin was used in ancient Rome as a means of payment and was equivalent to one-fourth of a Roman pound. It was made of bronze and had a distinctive design that featured the image of a bull on one side and the letters "ROMA" on the other. The Semuncia was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the Roman Empire and was an important part of everyday life for ancient Romans.