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RPC 1666 Domitian
AR Didrachm, 6.38g
Rome mint (for Cappadocia), 93-94 AD
Obv: AYT KAI ΔOMITIANOC CЄBACTOC ΓЄPM; Head of Domitian, laureate, r.
Rev : No legend; emperor in quadriga, r., holding laurel branch in r. hand, sceptre in l. hand
RPC 1666 (18 spec.).
Ex Lanz, eBay, November 2017.

This is a fairly rare Cappadocian didrachm of Domitian struck late in the reign. The pronounced 'Roman' style and six o'clock die axis are clear evidence it was produced in Rome for circulation in the province. Remarkably, this reverse is the only instance of Domitian in a quadriga that was struck in silver for either the imperial or provincial issues. Naturally, one may ask for what reason is Domitian triumphing here? In May 92 Domitian left Rome for a military campaign along the Danube against the Sarmatians known as the Second Pannonian war. The conflict lasted eight months and Domitian was back in Rome by January 93. He was awarded only an ovation but not a full triumph, so it is unclear what triumph this reverse refers to.

Struck in fine late Domitianic style.

RPC 1666 Domitian

AR Didrachm, 6.38g
Rome mint (for Cappadocia), 93-94 AD
Obv: AYT KAI ΔOMITIANOC CЄBACTOC ΓЄPM; Head of Domitian, laureate, r.
Rev : No legend; emperor in quadriga, r., holding laurel branch in r. hand, sceptre in l. hand
RPC 1666 (18 spec.).
Ex Lanz, eBay, November 2017.

This is a fairly rare Cappadocian didrachm of Domitian struck late in the reign. The pronounced 'Roman' style and six o'clock die axis are clear evidence it was produced in Rome for circulation in the province. Remarkably, this reverse is the only instance of Domitian in a quadriga that was struck in silver for either the imperial or provincial issues. Naturally, one may ask for what reason is Domitian triumphing here? In May 92 Domitian left Rome for a military campaign along the Danube against the Sarmatians known as the Second Pannonian war. The conflict lasted eight months and Domitian was back in Rome by January 93. He was awarded only an ovation but not a full triumph, so it is unclear what triumph this reverse refers to.

Struck in fine late Domitianic style.

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FlaviusDomitianus   [Nov 16, 2017 at 06:21 AM]
Great type, I'm glad you got one.
*Alex   [Nov 16, 2017 at 11:23 AM]
Congratulations on a nice find David.
Nemonater   [Nov 17, 2017 at 01:12 AM]
I love all the Flavian quadriga types, this one is fantastic!
Jay GT4   [Nov 17, 2017 at 07:22 PM]
Great coin and quite the mystery!
Randygeki(h2)   [Nov 25, 2017 at 03:18 AM]
Excellent find
ancientdave   [Nov 25, 2017 at 07:17 PM]
Wow, a most excellent addition!
socalcoins   [Dec 30, 2017 at 06:56 PM]
Great type! I need to spend some time on eBay based on what I'm seeing in your acquisitions. Razz

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