© D. Friedman
© D. Friedman
Æ22 - Vespasianus Gadara
| Bronze | 11 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Gadara (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 71-72 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#109030 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tyche standing left holding wreath & cornucopiae, date to left.
Lettering:
ΓΑΔΑΡΑ
LΕΛΡ
Translation:
Gadara
(date) 135=71/72 CE
Comment
Spijkerman 26, SNG ANS 1300, Ros. 32, Sofaer pl. 137,24.Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ22 - Vespasianus (Gadara) (71-72) from Gadara (Syria), is a rare example of a Roman coin that was issued during the reign of Emperor Vespasian (69-79 AD). It's interesting to note that Vespasian was the first Roman Emperor to be born in the provinces, rather than in Rome itself, and this coin is a testament to the far-reaching influence of the Roman Empire at that time.
