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Denarius - Titus TR P VIIII IMP XIIII COS VII P P; Venus
79 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250796 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Venus standing right, resting on column, holding helmet and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P VIIII IMP XIIII COS VII P P
Unabridged legend: Tribunicia Potestate Nona, Imperator Quartum Decimum, Consul Septimum, Pater Patriae.
Translation: Holder of tribunician power for the ninth time, Supreme commander (Imperator) for the 14th time, consul for the seventh time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.76–3.36 g;Diameter varies: 17–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Venus on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Titus (79-81 AD). The inclusion of Venus on the coinage was likely intended to promote the idea of Roman prosperity and abundance, as Venus was associated with fertility, love, and beauty. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's composition was a significant departure from the earlier Roman coins, which were made of copper or bronze, and reflected the growing wealth and influence of the Roman Empire.
