© Digitale Münzkarbinett der Universität Wien
© Digitale Münzkarbinett der Universität Wien
Semuncia Anonymous; ROMA 211 BC
211 BC year| Bronze | 2.20 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 211 BC |
| Value | Semuncia (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.20 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prow, right; above, inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Translation: Rome
Interesting fact
The Semuncia coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, and its value was equivalent to one-fourth of a Roman denarius, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. Despite its small value, the Semuncia was an important part of the Roman economy, as it allowed for the exchange of goods and services among the common people, who often did not have access to larger denomination coins.
