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 two back to back capricorns (sea goats) supporting a shield inscribed 'S C'. Below is a globe, the symbol of Rome's domination. The legend 'S C', for 'Senatus Consulto', probably refers to Senate approval of the deification of Vespasian, Titus's father, commemorated on the obverse.

The imagery on the coin harks back to symbols used on coins in the reign of Augustus. He was revered by many later emperors, and was commemorated on coins of many of his successors.

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Online ID:	000-180-001-674-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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