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Hemidrachm - Titus
| Silver | 1.43 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Caesarea (Galatia-Cappadocia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 79-81 |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.43 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#137474 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Nike standing, right, wreath in right hand, palm in left hand.
Comment
SGI#775.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Caesarea (Galatia-Cappadocia) minted during the reign of Titus (79-81 AD) was made of silver and weighed 1.43 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the Roman Empire's monetary system, as it was equivalent to half of a drachma, which was a common unit of currency at the time. The coin's design likely featured an image of Titus on one side and a goddess or other symbol on the other, but the exact details are unknown since no examples of this specific coin have survived to the present day.
