© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Domitia DIVI CAESARIS MATER
| Bronze | 12.2 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 81-82 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.2 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251566 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Domitia standing left over altar, sacrificing with patera and holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVI CAESARIS MATER
Translation:
Divi Caesaris Mater.
Mother of the divine Caesar.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.305–13.66 g;Diameter varies: 25–28 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Domitia, the mother of the Roman emperor Domitian, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears an image of the Roman goddess Venus. This coin was minted during Domitian's reign (81-96 AD) and was likely used for everyday transactions throughout the Roman Empire.
