Denarius - Domitian IMP XXII COS XVII CENS P P P; Minerva
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#252225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Minerva image on the coin's reverse side represents the Roman goddess of wisdom, knowledge, and craft. She is often depicted with an owl, which symbolizes intelligence and insight. This image signifies the importance of wisdom and knowledge during Domitian's reign, suggesting that he valued these qualities and wanted to promote them throughout the empire.
