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As - Vespasian SALVS AVGVSTI S C; Salus
71 year| Bronze | 12.9 g | - |
| 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 | 12.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249222 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus resting on column, right, feeding snake with patera.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Salus Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Health of the emperor. 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 the Roman goddess Salus, who was the patron deity of the Roman Empire during the reign of Vespasian. She is depicted standing on the reverse side of the coin, holding a patera (a ritual offering dish) and a snake, which symbolizes the healing powers of the goddess. This image was meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was protected and preserved by the goddess Salus, and that the coin itself was a symbol of that protection.
