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1 Semis Wheel / Axe
| Issuer | Uncertain Etruscan mint |
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| Year | 240 BC - 225 BC |
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| Currency | As (circa 301-201 BC) |
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| Obverse description | A large six-spoked wheel depicted in full face, centrally positioned within the field of this heavy cast bronze semis. The spokes radiate symmetrically from a prominent central boss or hub, and the wheel's rim is defined by a raised circular border. The overall style is archaic and schematic, characteristic of early Etruscan aes grave coinage. The surface is heavily patinated with natural bronze encrustation consistent with great antiquity. No legend or inscription is present. |
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| Reverse description | A double-headed axe (bipennis or double axe) depicted in high relief at center, with the handle oriented vertically and the two symmetrical blades projecting laterally. Two pellets flank the axe head, serving as value marks indicative of the semis denomination. The design is boldly cast in the archaic Etruscan aes grave tradition, with a plain, unadorned field surrounding the central device. No legend or inscription is present. The flan is irregular and shows natural casting marks consistent with the period. |
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| Edge | Plain |
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