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As - Vespasian IVDEA CAPTA S C; Judaea
71 year| Bronze | 11.2 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 | 11.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Judaea seated right on cuirass with hand tied behind back, next to trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVDEA CAPTA S C
Translation:
Iudaea Capta. Senatus Consultum.
Conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.39–12 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting a woman (IVDEA CAPTA S C) standing on the prow of a ship, symbolizing the Roman Empire's conquest of Judaea. This design was only used on coins issued during Vespasian's reign (71 AD), making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
