© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Semis Caduceus 1; ROMA 211 BC - 208 BC
| Bronze | 24.36 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 208 BC |
| Value | Semis (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.36 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#385273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prow, right. Below, symbol (Caduceus). Before, denominational mark. Below, legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S
ROMA
Translation: Rome
Comment
Weight varies from 19.92g-24.36gInteresting fact
The Caduceus, a symbol of commerce and negotiation, was featured on the Semis coin, which was issued during the Roman Republic. It's fascinating that the Caduceus has endured as a symbol of trade and finance and is still used in various contexts today, including in logos of financial institutions and as a popular emblem in business.
