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As - Vespasian S C
71 yearBronze | 9.5 g | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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 | 9.5 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#249226 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hexastyle Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Vespasian As coin is that it features a portrait of the Roman emperor Vespasian, who ruled from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and a representation of the goddess Libertas on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and social change in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the values and ideals of the era.