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Denarius - Domitian COS IIII; Pegasus
76 year| Silver | 3.3 g | - |
| 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 | 3.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pegasus right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII
Translation:
Consul Quartum.
Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Domitian (COS IIII; Pegasus) (76) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the late 1st century AD. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and subdue other nations. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "COS IIII," which stands for "Consul for the fourth time," indicating that Domitian held the office of Consul for the fourth time in 76 AD.
