Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Titus

This silver coin was minted in Rome by the emperor Titus in 80 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 dolphin on a tripod, perhaps symbolic of the god Apollo. The legend 'TR P IX IMP XV COS VIII P P' refers to Titus's titles, and the number of years they were renewed. This coin records that he held Tribunicia potestas for 9 years, was acclaimed Imperator 15 times, was in his 8th consulship, and held the title Pater Patriae.

Titus issued a number of coins with symbols of gods or goddesses placed on a throne. They may have been prompted by the eruption of the volcano Vesuvius in 79 AD which destroyed Pompeii and other cities. Such a tragedy turned people's attentions towards the gods and goddesses.

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Online ID:	000-180-001-578-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 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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