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As - Vitellius VICTOR AVGVSTI S C; Victory

69 year
Bronze 10.18 g -
Description
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
10.18 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#244068
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory, draped, advancing left, placing shield on trophy; captive seated left on globe at base

Script: Latin

Lettering: VICTOR 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 this coin is that it features the image of Vitellius, who was a Roman emperor for a brief period in 69 AD, and was known for his military campaigns and political intrigue. Despite his short reign, his coinage has survived and is now a valuable piece for collectors and historians.