© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Sestertius - Domitia DIVI CAESAR MATRI S C
| Bronze | 22.75 g | - |
| 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 | 22.75 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251563 |
|---|---|
| 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
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. This is significant because it highlights the importance of family and lineage in Roman culture and politics during this time period. The coin also includes the inscription "DIVI CAESAR MATRI S C," which translates to "To the divine mother of the emperor," further emphasizing the significance of Domitia's role as a matriarch.
