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As - Domitian S C
86 year| Bronze | 10.6 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 86 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.6 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251927 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Oval shields crossed over crossed spears and trumpets, vexillum upright.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.72–11.28 g;Diameter varies: 28–28.48 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin As - Domitian (S C) (86) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze weighing 10.6 g is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Domitian, who ruled from 81 to 96 AD, on one side, and a depiction of a Roman warship on the other. This coin was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the importance of the Roman navy in maintaining the empire's power and influence.
