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Denarius - Domitian PRINCEPS IVVENTVTIS; Salus
80 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 80 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus standing right, leaning on column, feeding snake with patera.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINCEPS IVVENTVTIS
Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.07–3.35 g;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 Salus, who was revered as the embodiment of safety, security, and well-being. The inclusion of her image on the coin may suggest that the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of these values during the reign of Domitian.
