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As - Vespasian S C
71 year| Bronze | 9.1 g | 28 mm |
| 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 | 9.1 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250086 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Eagle standing front on globe, wings spread, head right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.939–9.25 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Vespasian As coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Libertas, who is shown standing and holding a liberty torch and a scepter. This image symbolizes the idea of freedom and the rule of law, which were core values of the Roman Empire during Vespasian's reign.
