© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
As - Domitian S C; Mars and Victory
85 year| Bronze | 9.73 g | - |
| 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 | 9.73 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251737 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars advancing left, holding Victory and trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
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 a rare combination of symbols on its reverse side. The coin depicts Mars, the Roman god of war, standing next to Victory, who is holding a wreath and a palm branch. This combination of symbols represents the Roman Empire's military power and its ability to achieve victory through the gods' favor. The fact that this coin was minted during Domitian's reign (81-96 AD) makes it even more significant, as he was known for his military campaigns and expansion of the empire's borders.
