© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Æ22 - Vespasian ΑΥΤ ΚΑΙ ΟΥΕΣΠ ΥΠΑ ΤΟ Η
77 year| Bronze | 8.23 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Koinon of Crete (Cyrenaica and Crete) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 77 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.23 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#424169 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated, left, with thunderbolt and sceptre.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of Greek and Roman elements. The obverse (front) side of the coin bears the image of Vespasian, a Roman emperor, while the reverse (back) side features the Greek goddess Athena. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of Crete, which was a Greek island that was later absorbed into the Roman Empire.