© Tauler & Fau Subastas
© Tauler & Fau Subastas
Semis 100 BC - 51 BC
| Bronze | 5.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Cerit (Turdetani people) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 51 BC |
| Value | 1 As |
| Currency | As (first half of the 1st century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#314465 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two palm leaves pointing right. Inscription in between.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CERI
Comment
8 pieces known according to 2414, page 472.Interesting fact
The Semis coin from Cerit (Turdetani people) was used as a form of currency during a time of great cultural and economic exchange in the region. The coin's design features a unique blend of Iberian and Roman influences, reflecting the complex cultural dynamics of the time. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce in the region, and its preservation provides valuable insights into the economic and social history of the era.