Denarius - Domitian (COS V; Romulus and Remus) (77-78) front Denarius - Domitian (COS V; Romulus and Remus) (77-78) back
Denarius - Domitian (COS V; Romulus and Remus) (77-78) photo
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Denarius - Domitian COS V; Romulus and Remus

 
Silver 3.4 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
77-78
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.4 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#249871
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Wolf and twins.

Script: Latin

Lettering: COS V

Translation:
Consul Quintum.
Consul for the fifth time.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome, on the reverse side. This image was a common motif on Roman coins during the late 1st century AD, and it symbolized the city's foundation and the power of its rulers. The coin's obverse side features an image of the Roman emperor Domitian, who ruled from 81 to 96 AD.