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Sestertius - Domitian S C; Mars
79 year| Bronze | 25.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 79 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars advancing right, holding spear and trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Domitian (S C; Mars) (79) coin is that it features a depiction of Mars, the Roman god of war, on one side, while the other side bears the image of Emperor Domitian. This coin was minted during Domitian's reign (81-96 AD) and was widely used throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 25.9 grams suggests that it was a widely circulating coin among the common people, as opposed to more valuable coins made of precious metals like gold or silver.
