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Quadrans - Titus and Julia Titi IVLIA AVGVSTA
| Bronze | 2.8 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251304 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Julia Titi seated left, holding patera and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVLIA AVGVSTA
Translation:
Iulia Augusta.
Julia [Flavia] the venerable.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portrait of Julia Titi, the daughter of Titus, who was a Roman emperor from 79 to 81 AD. She was known for her beauty and was often depicted on coins and other artwork of the time. The coin's design also includes an image of Titus, making it a unique piece that showcases the relationship between the emperor and his daughter.
