© 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 - Vespasian
| Gold | 7.3 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 | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vespasian standing in quadriga, right, holding branch and sceptre.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.25–7.33 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Vespasian (72-73) coin features a unique design, with the Roman Emperor Vespasian depicted on one side and the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign, which marked a significant turning point in Roman history, as he helped to stabilize the empire after a period of civil war and strife. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight of 7.3 grams make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
