© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
As - Domitian VESTA S C; Vesta
| Bronze | 11.56 g | - |
| 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 | 11.56 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251103 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vesta seated left, holding palladium and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESTA S C
Translation:
Vesta. Senatus Consultum.
Vesta. 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 the goddess Vesta, who was the goddess of the hearth, home, and family in Roman mythology. She was considered a vital deity in ancient Roman religion and was often depicted as a matronly figure, as seen on this coin. The inclusion of Vesta on this coin highlights the importance of family and home life in Roman culture.
