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© CGB
Aureus - Vespasian COS V
76 year| Gold | 7.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 76 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Heifer or bull standing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS V
Translation:
Consul Quintum.
Consul for the fifth time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vespasian (COS V) (76) coin is that it features a portrait of the Roman Emperor Vespasian, who ruled from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other side. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of gold and weighs 7.2 grams suggests that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin during its time.
