© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Titus GENI P R S C; Genius
| Bronze | 11.1 g | 27.5 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 | 11.1 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius standing left, sacrificing out of patera over lighted altar and holding cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENI P R S C
Translation:
Genio Populi Romani. Senatus Consultum.
Genius of the Roman people. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.69–12.66 g;Diameter varies: 27–28 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 Genius, who represents the spirit of the Roman people and the power of the Roman state. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Titus, who was known for his military conquests and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire to its former glory. The image of Genius on the coin may have been intended to symbolize the strength and resilience of the Roman people under Titus' leadership.
