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Denarius FLORENTE FORTVNA P R; Hercules and Fortuna
| Silver | 3.41 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.41 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248463 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna standing left, holding wreath in right hand and cornucopia in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FLORENTE FORTVNA P R
Translation:
Florente Fortuna Populus Romanus.
Flourishing Fortune of the Roman people.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Hercules and Fortuna was minted during the reign of Emperor Vespasian (69-79 AD), who was known for his efforts to restore stability and prosperity to the Roman Empire after a period of civil war and economic turmoil. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the strength and good fortune of the Roman Empire under Vespasian's leadership.
