Aureus - Vitellius IVPPITER VICTOR; Jupiter and Victory
69 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vitellius (Aulus Vitellius) (69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 69 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244105 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, naked to waist, seated left, holding Victory in right and sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVPPITER VICTOR
Translation:
Iuppiter Victori
Jupiter, the victorious.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vitellius coin is that it features a unique combination of imagery and inscriptions that reflect the political and religious beliefs of the Roman Empire during the reign of Vitellius (69 AD). The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Vitellius, while the reverse side depicts Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, holding a lightning bolt and standing next to the goddess Victory. The inscription "IVPPITER VICTOR" (Jupiter Victor) suggests that Vitellius was attempting to associate himself with the powerful deity and the idea of victory, which was an important theme in Roman culture. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Roman imperial propaganda and artistry.
