© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
As - Domitian IOVI CONSERVAT S C; Jupiter
85 year| Bronze | 12.99 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 85 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.99 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jupiter standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVAT S C
Unabridged legend: Iovi Conservatori. Senatus Consultum
Translation: To Jupiter the Protector. 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 Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, on one side, and an image of the emperor Domitian on the other. This coin was minted during Domitian's reign (81-96 AD) and was likely used for everyday transactions throughout the Roman Empire.
