Aureus - Vespasian (COS VII) (76) front Aureus - Vespasian (COS VII) (76) back
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Aureus - Vespasian COS VII

76 year
Gold 6.8 g 20 mm
Description
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
6.8 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#249751
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Heifer or bull standing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: COS VII

Unabridged legend: Consul Septimum

Translation: Consul for the seventh time

Comment

Mass varies: 5.71–7.37 g;
Diameter varies: 19.5–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vespasian (COS VII) (76) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, holding a wreath and a palm branch. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's naval supremacy and military victories during Vespasian's reign.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (76)  - - - - - -

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