As - Vespasian SECVRITAS P ROMANI S C; Securitas
71 year| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249229 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas seated left, resting head on arm; altar and torch, left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS P ROMANI S C
Translation:
Securitas Populi Romani. Senatus Consultum.
Safety of the Roman people. 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 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.
