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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Titus COS VI
| Silver | 3 g | 18 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249860 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pair of oxen under yoke, left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS VI
Translation:
Consul Sextum.
Consul for the sixth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.29–3.56 g;Diameter varies: 17–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Titus (COS VI) coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Titus, who ruled from 79 to 81 AD, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military victories and power.
