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As - Vespasian AEQVITAS AVGVST S C; Aequitas
| Bronze | 10.6 g | - |
| 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 | 10.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249919 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and the personification of Aequitas, or equity, on the other. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The image of Aequitas on the coin symbolizes Vespasian's efforts to restore fairness and justice to the Roman Empire after a period of political turmoil.
