© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Domitian MONETA AVGVSTI S C; Moneta
87 year| Bronze | 10.6 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 87 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.6 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251980 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Moneta standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Moneta Augusti. Senatus Consultum. Senatus Consultum.
The mint of the emperor. Decree of the senate. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.49–12.57 g;Diameter varies: 28–29.58 mm;
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 Moneta, after whom the coin is named, on the reverse side. Moneta was the goddess of memory, and her image on the coin serves as a reminder of the importance of remembering and honoring the past.
