Choice Fine Emperor Titus Roman Empire silver AR denarius ancient coin.
Rome Mint,
TR P IX IMP XV COS VIII =
1 January to 1 July 80 CE.
RIC 25b; RSC 319, Foss 36, approx 18mm.
Rare left facing portrait.
One of the 12 Caesars (eldest son of Emperor Vespasian & older brother of Emperor Domitian) with a short reign as Emperor from 79 to 80 CE.
Significant historic events of Titus' reign were the dedication of the Coliseum, the eruption of Vesuvius and the destruction of Pompeii.
Commemorative atonement type issued to placate the gods after the eruption of Vesuvius.
Certified by NGC to Ch F.
Obverse: Laureate head right, IMP TITVS CAES VESPASIAN AVG P M.
Reverse: Wreath on two curule chairs, TR P IX IMP XV COS VIII P P.