© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Semis Cabellio 30 BC
30 BC year| Bronze | 1.61 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Cabellio (Gallia Narbonensis) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 30 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.61 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#41470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Head of Apollo, right; with inscription in a wreath of myrtle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CABE
Interesting fact
The Semis coin from Cabellio (Gallia Narbonensis) 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 Ceres or Venus, while the other side shows a stylized image of a grapevine. This design was meant to symbolize the region's rich agricultural heritage and its reputation for producing high-quality wine. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Semis coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
