Semis (200 BC - 100 BC) front Semis (200 BC - 100 BC) back
Semis (200 BC - 100 BC) photo
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Semis 200 BC - 100 BC

 
Bronze 4.81 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Brundisium (Calabria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 100 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4.81 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#396251
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Phalanthos, holding Nike and kithara, riding dolphin left; star to right.

Script: Greek

Lettering: BR - VN

Comment

HN Italy 749 var. (no denominational mark).

Interesting fact

The Semis coin from Brundisium (Calabria) was used as a form of currency during the Roman Republic and features the image of a bull on its obverse side, which symbolized strength and fertility in ancient Roman culture.