Sestertius - Domitian S C; Rhenus
85 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 85 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#251831 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Domitian standing left, holding parazonium and spear; Rhenus reclining left.
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; Rhenus) (85) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who is depicted standing and holding a scepter and a liberty cap, symbolizing the idea of freedom and the authority of the Roman state.
