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#249230 |
|---|---|
| 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 Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and the goddess Securitas, who represented security and stability, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, and the image of Securitas was likely meant to convey a sense of stability and reassurance to the people.
