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As - Drusus Caesar IMP D CAES DIVI VESP F AVG REST
| Bronze | 8.65 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 81-82 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.65 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252260 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding large S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP D CAES DIVI VESP F AVG REST
Translation:
Imperator Domitianus Caesar, Divi Vespasiani Filius, Augustus, Restituit.
Supreme commander (Imperator) Domitian Caesar, son of the divine Vespasian, emperor (Augustus), has restored [this coin].
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Drusus Caesar, who was the son of the Roman emperor Vespasian and played a significant role in the Roman Empire's military campaigns during his lifetime. Despite his importance, Drusus Caesar died relatively young, at the age of 29, and his coinage was issued posthumously to honor his memory. This coin, in particular, was minted during the reign of his father, Vespasian, and is a rare example of a Roman coin that features a portrait of a Roman prince.
