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Aureus - Vespasian EX
| Gold | 6.9 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.9 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#251154 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Round shield, inscribed S C, set on low column, on which stands urn, laurels left and right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: EX
Comment
Mass varies: 6.16–7.31 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vespasian (EX) (80-81) coin is that it features a portrait of Emperor Vespasian on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign, which marked a significant turning point in Roman history, as he helped to stabilize the empire after a period of civil war and began a series of reforms that would help to strengthen the Roman state. Additionally, the coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
