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Semis 50 BC - 27 BC
| Bronze | 5.2 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | City of Emporia (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50 BC - 27 BC |
| Value | 1 Semis (½) |
| Currency | As (Roman pound system, 1st century BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.2 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Half circle |
| Technique | Hammered, Cut |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#85220 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Pegasus right with deployed wings, wreath pointing on the left close to a wing
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
This file centralizes all coins cut in two, used instead of semis coins, and clearly identifiable as halves of as coins with Pegasus. Please use your personnal comments to describe your varieties.Interesting fact
The Semis coin from the City of Emporia (Tarraconensis) was used as a form of currency during the Roman Republic and features a unique design. On one side, it depicts a bust of a Roman goddess, possibly Juno or Venus, while the other side shows a mythical creature called a "tragopan," which is a hybrid of a goat and a deer. This coin is significant not only for its historical value but also for its artistic and cultural significance, showcasing the diverse influences that shaped Roman art and mythology.
