Semis de Carmo (81-80) front Semis de Carmo (81-80) back
Semis de Carmo (81-80) photo
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Semis de Carmo

 
Bronze 6.44 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Carmo (Turdetani people)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
81-80
Value
Semis (½)
Currency
As (first half of the 2nd century BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
6.44 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#428123
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Two ears on the left, including the legend KARMO

Script: Iberian

Lettering: KARMO

Translation: Carmona

Interesting fact

The Semis de Carmo coin was used as a form of currency by the Turdetani people, who lived in the city of Carmo, which is now modern-day Carmona, Spain. The coin was made of bronze and weighed 6.44 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the Semis de Carmo coin played an important role in the economy of the region and was used for everyday transactions.