Semissis indicates two different coins: a bronze one minted during the republic, valued half As and a gold coin gold coin c. 230 to c. 600 AC, half-solidus. |
Gold staters were a widely used denomination of coinage in ancient Greece. They were typically issued by various Greek city-states, kingdoms, and other entities. One of the most famous examples of a gold stater is the Athenian stater, also known as the “Owl Tetradrachm” due to its iconic depict ... |
The “Silver Peso” of the Philippines refers to silver coins that were issued by the Spanish colonial government during the Spanish East Indies period, which lasted from the 16th century until the end of the 19th century. These silver coins were part of the larger currency system used in the Phi ... |