Æ - Domitian (COS V PRINCEPS IVVENTVT S C; Minerva) (77-78) front Æ - Domitian (COS V PRINCEPS IVVENTVT S C; Minerva) (77-78) back
Æ - Domitian (COS V PRINCEPS IVVENTVT S C; Minerva) (77-78) photo
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Æ - Domitian COS V PRINCEPS IVVENTVT S C; Minerva

 
Bronze 7.4 g 25 mm
Description
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
7.4 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#250435
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Minerva advancing right, holding spear and shield.

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

Mass varies: 2.5–3.17 g;
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 goddess Minerva on the reverse, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Domitian. Minerva was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, and was often depicted with an owl, which symbolized her association with wisdom and knowledge. The inclusion of Minerva on this coin may have been a way to emphasize the importance of wisdom and knowledge during Domitian's rule.