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As - Vitellius AEQVITAS AVGVSTI S C; Aequitas
69 year| Bronze | 10.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vitellius (Aulus Vitellius) (69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 69 |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#244067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and rod in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti, Senatus Consultum
Equity of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Vitellius, who was a Roman emperor for a brief period in 69 AD, and the coin was minted during his reign. Despite his short rule, Vitellius' coinage is considered to be quite rare and highly sought after by collectors.
