© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Semis - Gaius and Lucius C V T TARR 2 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 5.50 g | - |
| Issuer | Tarraco (Tarraconensis) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2 BC - 14 AD |
| Value | Semis (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.50 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#410654 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C V T
TARR
Interesting fact
The Semis coin featuring Gaius and Lucius, also known as the "C V T TARR" coin, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted in a relatively small quantity. It was minted during the reign of Emperor Augustus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 27 BC to 14 AD, and features the images of Gaius and Lucius, who were the adopted sons of Augustus and were considered to be the future heirs of the Roman Empire. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the political and cultural influences of the time, making it a fascinating piece of history for collectors and historians alike.
