© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Titus AEQVITAS AVGVST S C; Aequitas
| Bronze | 10.6 g | 27 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 | 10.6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250983 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas standing left, holding scales and rod.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS AVGVST S C
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Equity of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.97–11.44 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Titus, who was the emperor at the time of its minting, on one side, and the personification of Aequitas, or equity, on the other. This highlights the importance of fairness and justice in Roman society during the reign of Titus.
