© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Sestertius - Titus and Domitian CAESAR DOMITIAN COS DES II S C
72 year| Bronze | 21.6 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 72 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.6 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249377 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Domitian riding left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAESAR DOMITIAN COS DES II S C
Translation:
Caesar Domitianus Consul Designatus Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Caesar Domitian consul elect for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of two emperors, Titus and Domitian, on the same coin. This is significant because it highlights the unique political situation of the Roman Empire during their reign, where two emperors ruled together as co-emperors. This coin is a tangible representation of the political alliance and power-sharing agreement between the two leaders, and it provides a fascinating insight into the historical context of the Roman Empire during that time.
