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Denarius - Titus COS V
76 year| Silver | 3.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 76 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249779 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle with wings spread, standing front on low garlanded base, head right, holding thunderbolt in claws.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS V
Translation:
Consul Quintum.
Consul for the fifth time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Titus (COS V) (76) coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Titus, who ruled from 79 to 81 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other side. This coin was minted during Titus' reign and was used as a means of circulating currency throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of silver and weighs 3.3 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high value, likely used for larger transactions. Additionally, the fact that it has survived for centuries and is still studied and collected today speaks to the enduring legacy of ancient Roman currency and the importance of numismatics in understanding historical economies and cultures.
