As - Vespasian VICTORIA AVGVSTI S C; Victory
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#249237 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory advancing right to place wreath on standard, also holding palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI 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 the Vespasian As coin is that it features the image of Victory (Victoria) on the reverse, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and dominance of the Roman Empire, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this coin. The use of Victory as a symbol of Roman power and prosperity can be traced back to the early days of the Roman Republic, and it continued to be used throughout the Roman Empire's history.
