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1 Semis

Issuer Uncertain city of Central Italy
Year 301 BC - 201 BC
Type Standard circulation coin
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Obverse description A krater rendered in relief occupies the central field, depicted in profile with a rounded body and flaring mouth, consistent with the aes grave casting tradition of Central Italy. The design is bold and schematic, characteristic of early Roman and Italic monetary iconography. The surface shows typical casting texture with slight irregularities at the flan edges. No legend or inscription is present.
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Reverse description A steering oar (gubernaculum) depicted in relief, oriented diagonally and pointing to the right, rendered in a bold, simplified style typical of Central Italian aes grave coinage. The oar shaft and blade are clearly delineated against the plain field. The design is uninscribed, with no legend or mark of value visible. The flan is irregular, consistent with the cast bronze technique employed in this series.
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Mintage ND (301 BC - 201 BC) - Only 2 examples known
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