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Denarius - Titus NEP RED; Neptune
| Silver | 3.1 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 72-73 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249271 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Neptune, naked except for cloak on left shoulder, standing left, right foot on globe, holding acrostolium in right hand and vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NEP RED
Translation:
Neptuno Redux.
Neptune who brings back [the emperor in safety by sea].
Comment
Mass varies: 2.81–3.39 g;Diameter varies: 17–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Titus (NEP RED; Neptune) coin is that it features an image of Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of Neptune in Roman mythology and the influence of marine trade and commerce on the Roman Empire's economy. Additionally, the coin's design and imagery reflect the cultural and artistic influences of the time, providing a unique window into the aesthetic tastes and values of ancient Rome.
