What is sesterakas?

Sesterakas are a type of ancient Roman coin that was equivalent to two and a half asses. They were first issued in around 211 BC during the Roman Republic period and continued to be produced until the reign of Emperor Nero in the 1st century AD.

Sesterakas were made of bronze and featured a portrait of the ruling emperor on one side and various symbols or inscriptions on the other. The coins were often used for larger transactions and were commonly used in Roman commerce.

The name "sesterakas" is derived from the Latin word sestertius, which was the name of a larger Roman coin that the sesterakas were based on. Sesterakas were worth half of a sestertius and were typically only used in specific regions within the Roman Empire.

Today, sesterakas are highly sought after by collectors and numismatists due to their historical significance and unique designs. They can often be found in well-preserved condition, making them valuable pieces of ancient Roman history.