© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Titus
| Gold | 7.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 72-73 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249275 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Titus, laureate, standing in quadriga right, horses pacing, holding branch in right hand and sceptre in left.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.21–7.24 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Titus (72-73) coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Titus, who was known for his military conquests and his role in the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of Roman power and dominance, and it was circulated throughout the empire as a symbol of the Roman state's wealth and authority.
