Roman Empire, Domitian as Augustus (81-96 AD), AR Denarius

90-91 AD, Rome mint

Roman Empire, Domitian as Augustus (81-96 AD), AR Denarius
Roman Empire, Domitian as Augustus (81-96 AD), AR Denarius
150.00 VAT margin scheme
Article code24-1615
Obverse: IMP CAES DOMIT AVG-GERM P M TR P X, laureate head of Domitian right.
Reverse: IMP XXI COS XV CENS P P P, Minerva standing facing, head left, thunderbolt in right hand, grounded spear in left, shield behind, against legs.

Diameter: ± 19,1 mm
Weight: ± 3,29 g
RIC II.I 721

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Domitian: son of Vespasian and Roman Emperor (81-96 AD). He lead successful campaigns against the Germanic tribes, Dacians and Sarmatians and is also known for his building projects, including the Colosseum and Temple of Jupiter.
Modern historians regard Domitian as a complex figure who was both a patron of the arts and a successful military leader, but also a cruel and paranoid ruler. Domitian was the last Emperor to be deified after his death.

Features and Specifications

Period Ancient, Roman
Category Coins
Material Silver
Country Roman Empire