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Denarius - Titus
Silver | 3.3 g | 18 mm |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 72-73 |
Value | 1 Denarius |
Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 3.3 g |
Diameter | 18 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#249276 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Titus, laureate, standing in quadriga right, horses pacing, holding branch in right hand and sceptre in left.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Titus (72-73) coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Titus, who was known for his military conquests and his role in the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. The coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 72 to 73 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. Despite its age, many of these coins have survived to this day and are highly sought after by collectors and historians.