© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Agrippa IMP D AVG REST S C; Neptune
| Bronze | 9.3 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 81-82 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.3 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Neptune standing left, holding dolphin in right and sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP D AVG REST S C
Unabridged legend: Imperator Domitianus Augustus Restituit, Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Supreme commander Domitian, emperor, has restored [this coin], decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.92–9.62 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin may have been used to promote the Roman Empire's maritime trade and naval power.
