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As - Vespasian FELICITAS PVBLICA S C; Felicitas
71 year| Bronze | 10.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 71 |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Felicitas standing left, holding caduceus and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FELICITAS PVBLICA S C
Translation:
Felicitas Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Good fortune of the public. 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 Felicitas, the Roman goddess of good luck and prosperity, on one side, while the other side bears the image of Vespasian, the Roman emperor who ruled from 69 to 79 AD. This coin was likely minted during Vespasian's reign and was used as a means of promoting his image and reinforcing his authority as emperor.
