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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Vespasian DE IVDAEIS
72 year| Gold | 7.3 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 72 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250095 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DE IVDAEIS
Translation:
Devictus Judaeis.
Conquered the Judeans.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.06–7.37 g;Diameter varies: 18.25–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vespasian (DE IVDAEIS) (72) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts the Roman goddess of justice, Iustitia, standing left, holding a scale and a scepter. This design was introduced by Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor from 69 to 79 AD, and it became a standard feature on many Roman coins during his reign. The inclusion of Iustitia on the coinage was seen as a symbol of Vespasian's commitment to upholding justice and fairness throughout the empire.
