$76 · Roman Emperor Domitian 81 AD - 96 AD

For sale from private collection this large bronze artifact struck for Roman Emperor Titus Flavius Domitianus. He was declared emperor by the Praetorian Guard. His 15-year reign was the longest since Tiberius.[b] As emperor, Domitian strengthened the economy by revaluing the Roman coinage, expanded the border defenses of the empire, and initiated a massive building program to restore the damaged city of Rome. Domitian was assassinated on 18 September 96 in a conspiracy by court officials. Obv.: ΔOMЄTIANOC ΚAICAP, laureate head of Domitian right. Rev.: ЄTOYC ZI ΦΛAVIOΠOΛЄITΩN, veiled Tyche seated right on throne, holding grain ears, at feet, river god swimming right, head facing. 23 mm 8 grams Have a look at my other ads for more