As - Claudius IMP TITVS VESP REST S C; Constantia
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251278 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantia standing left, raising right hand and holding spear in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP TITVS VESP REST S C
Translation:
Imperator Titus Vespasianus Restituit, Senatus Consultum.
Supereme commander (Imperator) Titus Vespasian has restored [this coin], decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Claudius, who was known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms, but also for his controversial personal life and his alleged poisoning of his own family members.
