© A. Tricarico
© A. Tricarico
Æ17 - Domitian ΘΕΣΠΙΕΩΝ; Thespiae
| Bronze | 4.24 g | 17.7 mm |
| Issuer | Thespiae (Achaea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 81-96 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.24 g |
| Diameter | 17.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#402578 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Female figure standing facing, head left, right hand above child.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘΕΣΠΙΕΩΝ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of the Roman emperor Domitian (r. 81-96 AD) with a beard. Most coins from this period depict him clean-shaven, so this coin is a unique example of how the emperor was perceived and presented in different ways during his reign.