© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Aureus - Titus VIRTVS AVGVST; Virtus
70 year| Gold | 7.17 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 70 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.17 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250457 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus standing right, resting left foot on captive, holding spear and parazonium.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGVST
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Titus (VIRTVS AVGVST; Virtus) coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Titus, who ruled from 79 to 81 AD, on one side, and the personification of Virtus, or virtue, on the other. This coin was minted during Titus' reign and was used as a means of promoting his image and ideals throughout the empire. The coin's design and message were meant to convey the idea that Titus' rule was characterized by virtue and strength, and that he was a strong and capable leader who embodied the values of the Roman state.
