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Denarius - Titus TR P VIIII IMP XIIII COS VII
79 year| Silver | 3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 79 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250767 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Capricorn left; below globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P VIIII IMP XIIII COS VII
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Nona, Imperator Quartum Decimum, Consul Septimum.
Holder of tribunician power for the ninth time, Supreme commander (Imperator) for the 14th time, consul for the seventh time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Titus (TR P VIIII IMP XIIII COS VII) (79) 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 widely used throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of silver and weighs 3 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high value, likely used for large transactions or as a store of wealth. Additionally, the coin's design and imagery reflect the cultural and religious beliefs of the Roman Empire during that time period.
