Sestertius - Domitian (S C; Rhenus) (88-89) front Sestertius - Domitian (S C; Rhenus) (88-89) back
Sestertius - Domitian (S C; Rhenus) (88-89) photo
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Sestertius - Domitian S C; Rhenus

 
Bronze 25.63 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
88-89
Value
1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
25.63 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#252069
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) (88-89) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who is depicted standing and holding a liberty torch and a scepter. This image symbolizes the idea of freedom and the authority of the Roman Empire.