RecordCoin (reverse), Denarius, of Othominted in Rome
Coin (reverse), Denarius, of OthoThis silver coin was minted in Rome by the emperor Otho in 69 AD. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the reverse of the coin. The reverse depicts Ceres, the goddess of the harvest, holding a cornucopiae (horn of plenty) and ears of corn. The legend 'PONT MAX' refers to Otho's title of Pontifex Maximus, head of the college of pontiffs, which had legal authority over all matters concerning religion. In his brief reign of three months, Otho had little time to show what kind of emperor he would have been. His coins, however, show how he wanted to be viewed: as a ruler of a peaceful state which provided plenty for its citizens. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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