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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Domitian
88 year| Silver | 3.4 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 88 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252034 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Herald, holding shield and wand, standing left of inscribed column; incense burner right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS XIIII LVD SAEC FEC
Comment
Mass varies: 3.188–3.51 g;Diameter varies: 18–21 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Domitian (88) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Minerva on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the late 1st century AD. Minerva was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, and was often depicted with an owl, which symbolized her association with wisdom and knowledge. The inclusion of Minerva on the coin may have been a nod to Domitian's efforts to promote the Roman Empire's cultural and intellectual achievements during his reign.
