As - Vespasian VICTORIA AVG S C; Victory and Judaea
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#249232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory advancing left to place shield on trophy; Judaea seated left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG S C
Translation:
Victoria Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus). 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 the image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on one side, and the emperor Vespasian (Vespasianus) on the other. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign (69-79 AD) and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of bronze, a less valuable metal than gold or silver, suggests that it was intended for everyday use by ordinary people, rather than being a high-value coin reserved for the wealthy elite.
