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Æ - Vespasian S P Q R OB CS
| Bronze | 5.29 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.29 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in three lines in oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R OB C S
Unabridged legend: Senatus Populusque Romanum Ob Cives Servatos.
Translation: The senate and the Roman people to the saviour of the citizens.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and the letters "S P Q R OB CS" on the other, which stands for "Senatus Populusque Romanus Optimo Beatoque Signo" meaning "The Roman Senate and People to the Best and Most Fortunate Sign". This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman Empire.
