© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Vespasian S C; Spes
76 year| Bronze | 10.6 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 76 |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249803 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Spes standing, left holding flower in right and raising skirt with left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.38–11.4 g;Diameter varies: 26–27.94 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Spes (Spes) on the reverse side, which is fitting since the name Vespasian means "of hope" or "of good hope." This highlights the significance of hope and optimism in Roman culture and the importance of the goddess Spes in Roman mythology.
