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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Domitian COS IIII
76 year| Silver | 2.9 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 76 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle standing front on low round garlanded base, wings spread, head right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII
Translation:
Consul Quartum.
Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.709–3.2 g;Diameter varies: 17–19.56 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Domitian (COS IIII) (76) coin is that it features a portrait of the Roman emperor Domitian, who ruled from 81 to 96 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other side. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was at its peak, and it is a testament to the advanced minting techniques and artistic skills of the ancient Romans.
