Denarius - Domitia DOMITIA AVGVSTA IMP DOMIT
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 82-83 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#251579 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Domitia, draped, right; hair bundled in front and in long plait behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMITIA AVGVSTA IMP DOMIT
Translation:
Domitia Augusta Imperatori Domitiani.
Domitia [Longina], empress (Augusta), [consort] of the supreme commander (Imperator) Domitian.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Domitia (DOMITIA AVGVSTA IMP DOMIT) (82-83) coin is that it features an image of the Roman empress Domitia, who was known for her beauty and her influence on her husband, Emperor Domitian. She was a powerful woman in her time and played an important role in shaping Roman politics and culture. The coin's design, which includes an image of Domitia with a crown and scepter, reflects her status as a prominent figure in Roman society.
