© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Semis S C; Apollo
85 year| Bronze | 7.3 g | 23.5 mm |
| 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 | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Raven standing on branch.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.25–21.5 g;Diameter varies: 16–37 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Semis coin , which features Apollo on one side and a lyre on the other, 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 size and relatively low value, the Semis was an important part of the Roman economy and was used by people from all walks of life, including merchants, farmers, and soldiers.
