Semis (S C; Apollo) (90-91) front Semis (S C; Apollo) (90-91) back
Semis (S C; Apollo) (90-91) photo
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Semis S C; Apollo

 
Bronze 3.67 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
90-91
Value
1 Semis = ½ As = 1⁄32 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.67 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#252146
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Raven perched left on laurel branch.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S C

Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Apollo, the Roman god of the sun, music, poetry, and prophecy, on one side, and an image of a dolphin, a symbol of good luck and protection, on the other side.