Domitian Aureus, Peacock reverse
RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 683 · 88 AD-89 AD · Rome
Obverse
IVLIA AVGVSTA
Bust of Julia, draped, right; hair bundled in front and in long plait in back
Reverse
DIVI TITI FILIA
Peacock front, tail spread open
About This Type
This RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 683 is an aureus of Domitian (88 AD-89 AD), struck at the Rome mint. The reverse depicts Peacock front, tail spread open. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 7.53g, 20mm diameter.
About the Aureus
The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.
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 683?
- RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 683 is a Gold Aureus of Domitian (88 AD-89 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 683.
- How do you identify RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 683?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Julia, draped, right; hair bundled in front and in long plait in back with the inscription IVLIA AVGVSTA. The reverse depicts Peacock front, tail spread open with the inscription DIVI TITI FILIA. Portrait type: draped.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 683?
- RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Domitian 683 was struck in Gold, standard weight 7.53g, diameter 20mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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