© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
As - Vespasian PROVIDENT S C
| Bronze | 10.3 g | 27 mm |
| 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 | 10.3 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250151 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Garlanded rectangular altar, on which are palmettes and volutes, right and left of raised slab in center; in front, door with four panels.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENT S C
Translation:
Providentia. Senatus Consultum.
Foresight. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.16–10.433 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and the goddess Providentia on the other. Providentia was the goddess of foresight and forward planning, and her presence on the coin may have been a nod to Vespasian's reputation for being a wise and effective ruler.
