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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Domitian IMP XXII COS XVII CENS P P P; Minerva
| Silver | 3.2 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 95-96 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252224 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Minerva, winged, draped, helmeted, flying left, holding spear in right hand and round shield on left.
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
Mass varies: 2.966–3.38 g;Diameter varies: 17–18 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, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Domitian. Minerva was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, and was often depicted with an owl, which symbolized her association with 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.
