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Denarius - Titus IMP VESP; Victory
74 year| Silver | 3.38 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 74 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.38 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249603 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory standing right on prow, holding wreath and palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP VESP
Translation:
Imperator Vespasianus.
Supreme commander (Imperator) Vespasian.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Titus (IMP VESP; Victory) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Titus (79-81 AD). The image of Victory symbolized the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this coin. The use of Victory as a symbol of Roman power and authority was a common theme in Roman art and propaganda, and it continued to be used on coins and other artifacts throughout the Roman Empire's history.
