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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Vespasian NEP RED; Neptune
71 year| Gold | 7.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 71 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Neptune, naked, standing left, right foot on globe, holding acrostolium in right hand and vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NEP RED
Unabridged legend: Neptuno Redux
Translation: Neptune who brings back [the emperor in safety by sea]
Comment
Mass varies: 7.13–7.33 g;Diameter varies: 18–18.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Vespasian (NEP RED; Neptune) (71) coin features an image of the Roman god Neptune on its reverse side, which is unusual for a Roman coin. Neptune was not a commonly depicted deity on Roman coins, and its appearance on this coin may indicate that Vespasian was attempting to promote the cult of Neptune, which was popular in the eastern provinces of the Roman Empire. This coin may provide insight into the religious and cultural influences of the Roman Empire during Vespasian's reign.
