© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
Semis Domitia:CN•DOMI 128 BC
128 BC year| Bronze | 8.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 128 BC |
| Value | Semis (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Denarius of 16 Asses (141 – 27 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#314396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Prow of galley right, moneyer name above, lettering below, value mark at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CN. DOMI
S
ROMA
Translation:
Gnaeus Domitius
Rome
Comment
This coinage is hypothetically attributed to Gnaeus Domitius Ahenobarbus, Roman general and senator; the only certainty being that the moneyer belonged to the Domitia gens.Interesting fact
The Semis coin , which was minted during the Roman Republic, features an image of a bust of the Roman goddess Domitia on one side and a grain ear on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions and was widely used throughout the Roman Empire. It's interesting to note that the design of the coin has remained relatively consistent over time, with the image of Domitia and the grain ear being featured on many different coins throughout history. This consistency in design helps to demonstrate the enduring legacy of Roman culture and currency.
