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As - Vespasian COS ITER TR POT S C; Mars
70 year| Bronze | 10 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 70 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250243 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars advancing right, holding spear and trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS ITER TR POT S C
Translation:
Consul Iterum, Tribunicia Potestate. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the second time, holder of tribunician power. 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 a depiction of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Vespasian. This highlights the importance of military power and the Roman Empire's military prowess during this time period.
