© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Cistophorus - Domitian PRINC IVVENTVT
| Silver | 10.4 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | Cistophorus = 3 Drachms = 3 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#251317 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Domitian on horse galloping left, raising right hand and holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINC IVVENTVT
Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.3–10.5 g;Diameter varies: 25–26 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Cistophorus - Domitian (PRINC IVVENTVT) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Domitian (AD 81-96). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military triumphs and dominance over its territories.
