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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Domitian GERMANICVS COS XV; Minerva
| Gold | 7.5 g | 19 mm |
| 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 | 7.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva standing left, holding thunderbolt and spear; shield at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GERMANICVS COS XV
Unabridged legend: Germanicus, Consul Quintum Decimum
Translation: Conqueror of the Germans, consul for the 15th time
Comment
Mass varies: 7.39–7.67 g;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 a unique combination of imagery and inscriptions that reflect the political and cultural values of the Roman Empire during the reign of Domitian. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Domitian, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Minerva standing left, holding a spear and a shield. The inscription "GERMANICVS" on the coin refers to Domitian's victory over the Germanic tribes, which was a significant military achievement during his reign. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight of 7.5g make it a valuable and rare artifact from ancient Rome.
