© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Vespasian SECVRITAS AVGVSTI S C; Securitas
71 year| Bronze | 9.6 g | 27 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 | 9.6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated right, resting head on right hand and holding sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Securitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Safety of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.4–10.13 g;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 Securitas, which represents security and stability, on its reverse side. This is fitting, given that Vespasian, the emperor depicted on the obverse side, was known for his efforts to restore peace and stability to the Roman Empire after a period of civil war and unrest.
