Aureus - Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian (VESP AVG FILI CAESERES) (69-70) front Aureus - Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian (VESP AVG FILI CAESERES) (69-70) back
Aureus - Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian (VESP AVG FILI CAESERES) (69-70) photo
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Aureus - Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian VESP AVG FILI CAESERES

 
Gold 7.2 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
69-70
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
References
Numista
N#250281
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Titus and Domitian, togate, standing right and left, both holding patera and roll.

Script: Latin

Lettering: VESP AVG FILI (retrograde) CAESERES

Translation:
Vespasiani Augusti Filii, Caesares.
Caesars, sons of Vespasian, the emperor (Augustus).

Comment

Mass varies: 7.11–7.25 g;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portraits of three Roman emperors - Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian - on the obverse (front side), which was a common practice during the Roman Empire. This coin was minted during a time of political stability and military success under the rule of these three emperors, who were known for their effective governance and military campaigns. The coin's design and the emperors depicted on it reflect the power and influence of the Roman Empire during this period.