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Aureus - Vespasian CONSEN EXERCIT
| Gold | 7.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 69-71 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250299 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two soldiers clasping hands, both holding aquila.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSEN EXERCIT
Translation:
Consensus Exercitum.
The consent of the army.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vespasian (CONSEN EXERCIT) (69-71) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases the Roman Empire's military prowess. The coin's reverse side depicts a Roman soldier holding a shield and spear, with a defeated barbarian soldier lying at his feet. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military victories and its dominance over its enemies. Additionally, the coin's obverse side features an image of Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor at the time the coin was minted, and the Latin inscription "CONSEN EXERCIT" which means "by the consent of the army," highlighting the important role that the military played in Vespasian's rise to power.
