Description
Roman Imperial. Domitian (AD 81–96). AR Denarius, Rome mint. Obverse: IMP CAES DOMITIANVS AVG PONT, laureate head right. Reverse: TRP COS VII DES VIII PP, Minerva standing left holding Victory and sceptre, with shield at foot. A handsome Flavian silver issue emphasizing Domitian’s close association with Minerva, his patron deity and symbol of imperial wisdom and victory. Notable for its early imperial portrait style and historically interesting ancient test cuts. 20 mm, 2.43 g.