Lot 7-186. Domitian. A.D. 81-96. Æ sestertius. Rome, A.D. 85.

Domitian. A.D. 81-96. Æ sestertius (35.0 mm, 27.73 g, 7 h). Rome, A.D. 85. IMP CAES DOMIT AVG GERM COS XI CENS POT P P, laureate head right, with drapery and aegis on shoulder / S-C, Domitian standing left holding spear, German kneeling at foot offering shield. RIC 357; BMCRE 338. aVF, Rare. 

Just 15 years after his father Vespasian and brother Titus' victory over Judaea, Domitian would (prematurely) declare victory over the Germans. Most likely, this reverse type used the Judaea Capta series as a prototype and it's usage was meant to bring to mind the strength of the Flavian family line.

 

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