© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans IMP DOMIT AVG GERM
| Bronze | 2.7 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 84-85 |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding large S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP DOMIT AVG GERM
Translation:
Imperator, Domitianus, Augustus, Germanicus.
Supreme commander (Imperator) Domitian, emperor (Augustus), conqueror of the Germans.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.78–4 g;Diameter varies: 15–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quadrans coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Domitian (IMP DOMIT AVG GERM) on one side, while the other side bears the image of a germ, which is a symbol of fertility and prosperity. This coin was minted during Domitian's reign (84-85 AD) and was widely used throughout the Roman Empire. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Quadrans was an important coin in the Roman economy and played a significant role in everyday transactions.
