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As - Domitian S C; Spes
| Bronze | 11.31 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.31 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, advancing left, holding flower up in right hand and lifting up dress with left.
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 an image of the Roman goddess Spes (meaning "hope" in Latin) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Domitian (81-96 AD). This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was promoting the idea of hope and optimism, possibly as a way to boost morale or promote unity among its citizens.
