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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Semis 270 BC
270 BC year| Bronze | 167.1 g | 57 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 270 BC |
| Value | Semis (½) |
| Currency | As (circa 280-221 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 167.1 g |
| Diameter | 57 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#195694 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pegasus flying left, S below
Script: Latin
Lettering: S
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (167.1g, 57mm, 12h, Good Very Fine) - in main image:
◦ Ex-Dr. Nicholas Lowe Collection;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, lot 775. Sold for 1,300 GBP.
◦ Auctioned by Aes Rude (San Marino), Monete & Medaglie 17, 13 April 1996, lot 64.
• Example #2 (140.7g, 53mm, 12h, Very Fine):
© Image courtesy of Roma Numismatics Limited
◦ Ex-Dr. Nicholas Lowe Collection;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 September 2019, lot 776. Sold for 700 GBP.
Interesting fact
The Semis coin was used as a form of payment for Roman soldiers during the Samnite Wars, which took place from 294 BC to 291 BC. The coin's design featured the image of a bull, which was a symbol of strength and power in ancient Roman culture. The Semis coin was also used as a means of exchange for goods and services among the Roman people, and its value was equivalent to half of a Roman pound, or 328 grams.
