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Semis - Antoninus Pius Aelia Capitolina
| Bronze | 5.33 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Aelia Capitolina (Syria Palaestina) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-161 |
| Value | Semis (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.33 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#96089 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nike, wearing long chiton, advancing right; holding wreath in right hand and palm-branch over left shoulder
Lettering: C A C
Interesting fact
The coin , the Semis issued by Antoninus Pius from Aelia Capitolina (Syria Palaestina), is notable for its depiction of the goddess Aelia Capitolina on the reverse. Aelia Capitolina was a Roman goddess who was associated with the city of Rome and was often depicted on coins issued by Roman emperors. The fact that this coin features her image suggests that the city of Aelia Capitolina was an important center of Roman culture and influence in the region.
