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Aureus - Domitian PRINCEPS IVVENTVTIS
| Gold | 7.2 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#251039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Seat, draped; Corinthian helmet above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINCEPS IVVENTVTIS
Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.03–7.29 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Domitian (PRINCEPS IVVENTVTIS) (80-81) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (IVVENTVTIS) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Domitian. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was at its peak, and the image of Victory symbolized the power and prosperity of the empire. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold and weighs 7.2 grams makes it a valuable and rare collector's item.
