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As - Vitellius CONSENSVS EXERCITVVM S C; Mars
69 year| Bronze | 10.4 g | 27.5 mm |
| 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 | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#244081 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, wearing only cloak, advancing left, holding spear in right hand and aquila and vexillum in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSENSVS EXERCITVVM S C
Translation:
Consensus Exercitum, Senatus Consultum
The consent of the army. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.35–12.28 g;Diameter varies: 26.94–28 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a depiction of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this time period. The image of Mars was meant to symbolize the power and strength of the Roman Empire, and it was often paired with the image of the emperor, Vitellius, on the obverse side, to emphasize his role as the leader of the Roman army.
