As - Vespasian (AEQVITAS AVGVSTI S C; Aequitas) (72-73) front As - Vespasian (AEQVITAS AVGVSTI S C; Aequitas) (72-73) back
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As - Vespasian AEQVITAS AVGVSTI S C; Aequitas

 
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
72-73
Value
1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#249303
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and long vertical sceptr (pertica) in left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AEQVITAS AVGVSTI 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 an image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and justice, on its reverse side. This highlights the importance of these values in Roman society during the reign of Emperor Vespasian.