As - Vespasian (S C) (77-78) front As - Vespasian (S C) (77-78) back
As - Vespasian (S C) (77-78) photo
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As - Vespasian S C

 
Bronze 8.17 g -
Description
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
8.17 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#250154
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle standing front on globe, head right, wings spread.

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 this coin is that it features an image of Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor 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.