As - Vespasian (S C) (74) front As - Vespasian (S C) (74) back
As - Vespasian (S C) (74) photo
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As - Vespasian S C

74 year
Bronze 6.1 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
74
Value
As = 1⁄16 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
6.1 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#250486
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend in laurel wreath.

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.