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Denarius - Domitian CENS PER P P; Minerva
88 year| Silver | 3.1 g | - |
| 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 | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva advancing right, holding spear and shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CENS PER P P
Translation:
Censor Perpetuus, Pater Patriae.
Censor for life, father of the nation.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Domitian (CENS PER P P; Minerva) (88) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Minerva on the reverse side, which is unusual for a Roman coin. Minerva was not a common feature on Roman coins, especially during the reign of Domitian. This suggests that the coin may have been minted to commemorate a specific event or occasion related to Minerva, such as the dedication of a temple in her honor.
