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Semis Anonymous 265 BC - 242 BC
| Bronze | 145.93 g | 50 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 265 BC - 242 BC |
| Value | Semis (½) |
| Currency | As (circa 280-221 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 145.93 g |
| Diameter | 50 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#66802 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wheel of six spokes; S between two spokes.
Interesting fact
The Semis coin was used during a time of significant economic and political change in ancient Rome. The Roman Republic was expanding its territories and trade networks, which led to an increase in commerce and the need for a standardized currency. The Semis coin was one of the first coins to be widely used and accepted across different regions of the Roman Republic, making it an important part of Roman economic history.
