© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Semis Anonymous 217 BC - 215 BC
| Bronze | 75.95 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217 BC - 215 BC |
| Value | Semis (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 75.95 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prow, left; above, denominational mark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S
Comment
Weight varies from 58.02g-89.24gInteresting fact
The Semis coin was used during a time of great change and turmoil in ancient Rome. It was issued during the Second Punic War, which was fought between Rome and Carthage from 218 to 201 BC. The war had a significant impact on Roman society, as it led to the expansion of Roman territories and the growth of Roman power in the Mediterranean. Despite the challenges of war, the Roman Republic continued to mint coins like the Semis, which were used for everyday transactions and helped to facilitate trade and commerce.
