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Æ - Domitian COS V PRINCEPS IVVENTVT S C
| Bronze | 8.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250438 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Domitian riding left, holding spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS V PRINCEPS IVVENTVT S C
Translation:
Consul Quintum, Princeps Juventutis, Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the fifth time, prince of the youth. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Domitian, who ruled from 71 to 80 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, known as the Pax Romana, or Roman Peace, which lasted from 27 BC to 180 AD. Despite the peaceful era, Domitian's reign was marked by several conflicts, including wars with the Dacians and Germans, and a major persecution of Christians.
