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Denarius - Domitian IMP XXII COS XVII CENS P P P; Maia
96 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 96 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252250 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Maia advancing left, holding dove and caduceus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP XXII COS XVII CENS P P P
Translation:
Imperator Secundum Vicesimum, Consul Septimum Decimum, Censor Perpetuus, Pater Patriae.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the 22nd time, consul for the 17th time, censor for life, father of the nation.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin was used during the Roman Empire, and its design changed over time. The coin , which features Domitian (IMP XXII COS XVII CENS P P P; Maia), was issued during his reign from 81 to 96 AD. The reverse side of the coin depicts the goddess Maia, who was associated with fertility and growth, reflecting the agricultural themes that were prevalent during Domitian's rule.
