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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Augustus IMP T VESP AVG REST S C
| Bronze | 9.4 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.4 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle standing front on globe, head left, wings spread.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP T VESP AVG REST S C
Translation:
Imperator Titus Vespasianus Augustus Restituit, Senatus Consultum.
Supereme commander (Imperator) Titus Vespasian, emperor (Augustus), has restored [this coin], decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.74–10.08 g;Diameter varies: 26–27 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and a representation of the Roman goddess of peace, Pax, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of relative peace and stability in the Roman Empire, which was a significant achievement for the time period.
