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Aureus - Vespasian COS ITER FORT RED; Fortuna
70 year| Gold | 7.18 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 7.18 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing left, setting right hand on prow and holding cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS ITER FORT RED
Unabridged legend: Consul Iterum, Fortuna Redux
Translation: Consul for the second time. Fortune that brings back
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vespasian (COS ITER FORT RED; Fortuna) (70) coin is that it features the image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, and the emperor Vespasian on the other. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign (69-79 AD) and was used as a means of promoting his image and legitimacy as the Roman emperor. The coin's design and symbolism reflect the importance of Fortuna in Roman culture and the emperor's desire to associate himself with her benevolent influence.
