© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Domitian MONETA AVGVSTI S C; Moneta
| Bronze | 10.9 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 90-91 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252141 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
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: 9.45–13.894 g;Diameter varies: 26–29 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 month of June was named.
