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Semis S C; Apollo
85 year| Bronze | 4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 85 |
| Value | 1 Semis = ½ As = 1⁄32 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251742 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tripod with cauldron around which is a snake.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Semis coin , which features Apollo on the obverse and a lyre on the reverse, was used during the Roman Empire as a form of currency for everyday transactions. It was first introduced during the reign of Emperor Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD) and remained in circulation until the late 4th century AD. Despite its small denomination, the Semis was an important part of the Roman economy, as it was used to purchase basic goods and services, such as food, clothing, and transportation.
