© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Semuncia Anonymous; ROMA 214 BC - 212 BC
| Bronze | 3.63 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 214 BC - 212 BC |
| Value | Semuncia (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.63 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#67091 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Prow of galley right, ROMA inscribed above.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA
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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 facilitated trade and commerce among the common people.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (214 BC - 212 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Semuncia (Anonymous; ROMA) (214 BC - 212 BC) coin.
