Semis - Augustus V I N K M POSTV ALBINVS II VIR QVINQ ITER
| Issuer | Carthago Nova |
|---|---|
| Year | 27 BC - 14 AD |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | Semis (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.72 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | RPC Online I#177, Vives#131–16 |
| Obverse description | Quadriga left; in front, vexillum. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | P TVRVLL V I N K II VIR QVINQVEN |
| Reverse description | Temple with four columns. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | AVGVSTO M POSTV ALBINVS V I N K II VIR QVINQ ITER |
| Edge | |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
ND (27 BC - 14 AD) - - |
| Numisquare ID | 2175777940 |
| Additional information |
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Historical Context: This Semis was issued by Carthago Nova during Augustus's reign (27 BC - 14 AD), a foundational period for the Roman Empire. Carthago Nova, a vital port in Hispania Citerior, operated with significant local autonomy. The coin bears the name of local magistrate V I N K M POSTV ALBIN