© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Germanicus IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F P M TR P P P COS VIII RESTITVIT
| Bronze | 9.6 g | 26.5 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 | 9.6 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251214 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding large S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F P M TR P P P COS VIII RESTITVIT
Translation:
Imperator Titus Caesar, Divi Vespasiani Filius, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Pater Patriae, Consul Octavum, Restituit.
Supereme commander (Imperator) Titus, Caesar, son of the divine Vespasianus, high priest, holder of tribunician power, father of the nation, consul for the eighth time, has restored [this coin].
Comment
Mass varies: 9.28–9.82 g;Diameter varies: 26–27 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Germanicus, who was a popular Roman general and the adopted son of Tiberius, the Roman emperor at the time. Despite his popularity, Germanicus died under mysterious circumstances, leading to rumors of poisoning and conspiracy. This coin was minted during his lifetime, and it is believed that his image was included on the coin to promote his image as a powerful and influential leader.
