© Paul-Francis Jacquier
© Paul-Francis Jacquier
Sestertius - Domitian IOVI VICTORI S C; Jupiter and Victory
| Bronze | 26.2 g | 35.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 90-91 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.2 g |
| Diameter | 35.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252135 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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: 22.192–30.64 g;Diameter varies: 33–37 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a depiction of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, and Victory, a personification of victory, on the reverse side. This symbolism was meant to convey the power and dominance of the Roman Empire under the rule of Domitian.
