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Aureus - Vespasian
| Gold | 7 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#251152 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Capricorns, left and right, back to back, supporting round shield inscribed S C; globe, below.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vespasian (80-81) coin is that it features a portrait of the Roman Emperor Vespasian on one side, while the other side depicts the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch. 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 political instability. Additionally, the Aureus was a highly valued denomination in ancient Rome, and coins like this one were used for large transactions and as a symbol of wealth and power.
