Semis (200 BC - 151 BC) front Semis (200 BC - 151 BC) back
Semis (200 BC - 151 BC) photo
© Jesús Vico S.A.

Semis 200 BC - 151 BC

 
Bronze 9.5 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Kastilo (Oretani people)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 151 BC
Value
½ Unit
Currency
As (early 2nd century BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
9.5 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
4 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#86988
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

Bull standing, facing right. Crescent pointing upwards above.

Script: Iberian (Meridional)

Comment

Type: Letter s
Reverse inscription:

"S'" in southeastern Iberian script.

"KaS'TiLO" written from left to right in southeastern Iberian script.

Interesting fact

The Oretani people were a pre-Roman tribe that lived in the area that is now modern-day Spain. They were known for their advanced metalworking techniques and their coins, like the Semis, were highly valued for their quality and craftsmanship.