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Sestertius - Domitian S C; Spes
| Bronze | 26.36 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 73-74 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.36 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249562 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes standing left, holding flower.
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 - Domitian (S C; Spes) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Spes (meaning "hope" in Latin) on the reverse side, which is unusual for a coin issued during Domitian's reign. Most coins from this period depicted images of the emperor or other deities, so the inclusion of Spes on this coin may suggest that it was issued to promote the idea of hope and optimism during a time of political turmoil.
