Catalog Reference
RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 371
Ruler
Domitian
Denomination
Dupondius
Date
85 AD
Mint
Rome
Metal
Bronze
Portrait Type
radiate

Obverse

IMP CAES DOMIT AVG GERM COS XI CENS POT P P

Bust of Domitian, radiate, right with aegis

Reverse

S C

Mars advancing left, holding Victory in extended right hand and trophy over left shoulder

About This Type

This RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 371 is a dupondius of Domitian (85 AD), struck at the Rome mint. The reverse depicts Mars advancing left, holding Victory in extended right hand and trophy over left shoulder.

About the Dupondius

The dupondius was a Roman orichalcum (brass) coin worth two asses, typically 12–14 grams and 25–29mm. It is distinguished from the as by the emperor's radiate crown and the use of brass rather than copper.

About the Rome Mint

The Rome mint was the principal mint of the Roman state from the Republic through the fall of the Western Empire. It produced the vast majority of gold and silver coinage and was the only mint for much of the first and second centuries AD.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 371?
RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 371 is a Bronze Dupondius of Domitian (85 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 371.
How do you identify RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 371?
The obverse depicts Bust of Domitian, radiate, right with aegis with the inscription IMP CAES DOMIT AVG GERM COS XI CENS POT P P. The reverse depicts Mars advancing left, holding Victory in extended right hand and trophy over left shoulder with the inscription S C. Portrait type: radiate.

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