© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
Denarius - Domitian IMP XVI COS XIIII CENS P P P; Minerva
| Silver | 3.44 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 88-89 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.44 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva standing left, holding thunderbolt and spear; shield at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP XVI COS XIIII CENS P P P
Translation:
Imperator Sextum Decimum, Consul Quartum Decimum, Censor Perpetuus, Pater Patriae.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the 16th time, consul for the 14th time, censor for life, father of the nation.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin , which features an image of the Roman goddess Minerva, was minted during the reign of Emperor Domitian (88-89 AD). Did you know that Domitian was known for his attempts to deify himself, and he often appeared on coins with divine symbols and attributes? This coin, which features Minerva, may have been part of an effort to promote Domitian's divine image.
