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As - Domitian S C; Mars and Victory
85 year| Bronze | 11.3 g | 30 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 | 11.3 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251851 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars advancing left, holding Victory and trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Unabridged legend: Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.24–14.83 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Roman god Mars on one side and the personification of Victory on the other, symbolizing the military prowess and triumphs of the Roman Empire during the reign of Domitian.
