© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Titus IVDAEA CAPTA S C; Judaea
| Bronze | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Judaea seated right under palm-tree, in attitude of mourning; behind palm-tree, round and oblong shields and vexillum.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVDAEA CAPTA S C
Translation:
Iudaea Capta. Senatus Consultum.
Conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.983–12.46 g;Diameter varies: 26–28 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Titus, who was the Roman emperor from 79 to 81 AD, and son of the previous emperor Vespasian. The coin was minted during his reign, and it's interesting to note that Titus' reign was marked by several significant events, including the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, which destroyed the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Additionally, Titus also oversaw the construction of the Colosseum in Rome, which was completed during his reign.
