© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Sestertius - Domitian IOVI VICTORI S C; Jupiter and Victory
87 year| Bronze | 24.3 g | 36.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 87 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.3 g |
| Diameter | 36.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter seated left, holding Victory in right and vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI VICTORI S C
Translation:
Iovi Victori. Senatus Consultum.
To Jupiter the Victorious. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.72–25.96 g;Diameter varies: 36–37 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of symbols and deities. The obverse side of the coin depicts Jupiter, the king of the gods, while the reverse side features Victory, a personification of triumph and victory. This combination of symbols suggests that the coin was minted to commemorate a significant military victory or triumph during Domitian's reign. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin was a common practice during the Roman Empire, as it was a readily available and affordable metal.
