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Semis 200 BC - 100 BC
Bronze | 4.81 g | 18 mm |
Issuer | Brundisium (Calabria) |
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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 |
Numista | N#396251 |
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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.