Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Titus

This silver coin was minted in Rome by the emperor Titus in 80 or 81 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 a vehicle called a quadriga drawn by four horses, carrying a car in the shape of a temple. The legend 'EX S C', short for 'ex Senatus Consulto', probably indicates Senate approval of the deification of Vespasian.

The design honours Titus's father, Vespasian, who is pictured on the obverse with his title 'Divus', indicating his divine status. Such a vehicle would be pulled in a triumphal procession.

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Online ID:	000-180-001-584-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0504: National Museums Scotland Part 2 Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland
Date:	Minted in 80 or 81 AD
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References:	Mattingly, Harold and Sydenham, Edward A. The Roman Imperial Coinage. Vol. II. Vespasian to Hadrian. London: Spink & Son, Ltd, 1926.
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