© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Domitian VIRTVTI AVGVSTI S C; Virtus
85 year| Bronze | 9.8 g | 28 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 | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251854 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Virtus standing right, resting foot on helmet, holding spear and parazonium.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVTI AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Virtuti Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
To the courage of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.99–12.43 g;Diameter varies: 27–28.41 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 Virtus, who represents virtue and moral excellence, on the reverse side. This highlights the importance of moral values and ethical conduct in Roman culture during the time of Domitian's reign (81-96 AD).
