© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Semis C V I N 75 BC - 27 BC
| Bronze | 7.37 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Carthago Nova (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 75 BC - 27 BC |
| Value | Semis (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.37 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#406728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Statue left, upon pedestal.
Script: Latin
Lettering: C V I N
Interesting fact
The Semis coin from Carthago Nova (Tarraconensis) was used as a form of currency during the Roman Republic and features the image of a bust of a Roman goddess, possibly Juno or Venus, on one side and a mythical creature, possibly a griffin or a horse, on the other. Despite being made of bronze, this coin was valued at a relatively high denomination, indicating the importance of Carthago Nova as a center of trade and commerce during that time period.
