Sestertius - Domitian (IOVI VICTORI S C; Jupiter and Victory) (92-94) front Sestertius - Domitian (IOVI VICTORI S C; Jupiter and Victory) (92-94) back
Sestertius - Domitian (IOVI VICTORI S C; Jupiter and Victory) (92-94) photo
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Sestertius - Domitian IOVI VICTORI S C; Jupiter and Victory

 
Bronze 25.9 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
92-94
Value
1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
25.9 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#252184
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Jupiter seated left, holding Victory in right and vertical sceptre in left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IOVI VICTORI S C

Unabridged legend: Iovi Victori. Senatus Consultum

Translation: To Jupiter the Victorious. Decree of the senate

Comment

Mass varies: 21.27–28.88 g;
Diameter varies: 34–36 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 the Roman concept of victory, on the reverse side. This symbolism was meant to convey the power and triumph of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Domitian.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (92-94)  - - - - - -

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