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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Aureus - Domitian GERMANICVS COS XV; Minerva
| Gold | 7.54 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 90-91 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.54 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252128 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva advancing right, holding spear and shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GERMANICVS COS XV
Translation:
Germanicus, Consul Quintum Decimum.
Conqueror of the Germans, consul for the 15th time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Domitian (GERMANICVS COS XV; Minerva) (90-91) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Minerva on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Domitian. Minerva was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, and was often depicted with an owl, which symbolized her association with wisdom and knowledge. The inclusion of Minerva on this coin may have been a nod to Domitian's efforts to promote the arts and sciences during his reign.
