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Aureus - Vitellius VICTORIA AVGVSTI; Victory
69 year| Gold | 7.47 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 7.47 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244117 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, advancing left, holding shield inscribed S P Q R in right hand
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI
Unabridged legend: Victoria Augusti
Translation: Victory of the emperor (August)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vitellius coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on one side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and dominance of the Roman Empire, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this coin. The use of gold for the coin's material also signifies the wealth and prosperity of the Roman Empire during this time.
