Sestertius - Domitian (S C) (95-96) front Sestertius - Domitian (S C) (95-96) back
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Sestertius - Domitian S C

 
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
95-96
Value
1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#252232
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Tall building with three stories.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S C

Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Sestertius coin was used to pay soldiers and was worth one-fourth of a denarius, which was the standard Roman soldier's wage.