© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Domitian TR P COS VIII DES VIIII P P S C; Minerva
82 year| Bronze | 11.8 g | 27.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 82 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.8 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251538 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Minerva standing left, holding thunderbolt in right and spear in left; shield at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P COS VIII DES VIIII P P S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Octavum, Designatus Nonum, Pater Patriae, Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the eighth time, elect for the ninth time, father of the nation, decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.14–14.64 g;Diameter varies: 26–29 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 Minerva on one side, while the other side bears the image of the Roman emperor Domitian. This coin was minted during Domitian's reign (81-96 AD) and was widely used throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it features Minerva, who was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, suggests that the coin was intended to promote the idea of wisdom and knowledge during Domitian's rule. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin was a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and affordable metal.
