Denarius - Titus COS V; Romulus and Remus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| 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#249862 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wolf and twins; boat in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS V
Translation:
Consul Quintum.
Consul for the fifth time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Titus (COS V; Romulus and Remus) was minted during a time of significant economic reform in the Roman Empire. The Roman government had recently introduced a new system of taxation, and the production of coins was increased to meet the growing demand for currency. As a result, coins like the Denarius became more widely available and played a crucial role in facilitating trade and commerce throughout the empire.
