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Sestertius - Domitia DIVI CAESAR MATRI S C
| Bronze | 24.5 g | 34 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 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.5 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251562 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Domitia seated left, holding sceptre in left hand and holding out right to child standing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVI CAESAR MATRI S C
Unabridged legend: Divi Caesaris Mater, Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Mother of the divine Caesar. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.53–27.42 g;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 reverse side, while the obverse side bears the image of the emperor himself. This coin was minted during Domitian's reign (81-96 AD) and was likely used as a way to promote the emperor's family and reinforce his claim to power.
