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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Cistophorus - Titus CAPIT RESTIT; Juno, Jupiter, and Minerva
| Silver | 9.6 g | 26 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 | 9.6 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#251314 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Capitolium on podium of four steps. Within, Minerva, Jupiter and Juno left to right; in pediment, bust flanked by snake-legged giants; atop, quadriga flanked by bigae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAPIT RESTIT
Translation:
Capitolium Restituit.
Capitoline hill restored.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of Roman deities on its reverse side. The coin depicts Juno, Jupiter, and Minerva, who were considered some of the most important deities in Roman mythology, together on one side, which is a rare occurrence in Roman coinage. This highlights the significance of these deities in Roman culture and the importance of religion in everyday life during the Roman Empire.
