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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Domitian IMP XXI COS XV CENS P P P; Minerva
90 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 90 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Minerva advancing right, holding spear and shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP XXI COS XV CENS P P P
Translation:
Imperator Vicesimum Primum, Consul Quintum Decimum, Censor Perpetuus, Pater Patriae.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the 21st time, consul for the 15th time, censor for life, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.78–3.5 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Minerva on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Domitian (AD 81-96). Minerva was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, and was often depicted with an owl, which symbolized wisdom and knowledge. The inclusion of Minerva on this coin may have been a way to emphasize the importance of wisdom and knowledge during Domitian's reign.
