Denarius - Titus (SALVS AVG; Salus) (73) front Denarius - Titus (SALVS AVG; Salus) (73) back
Denarius - Titus (SALVS AVG; Salus) (73) photo
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Denarius - Titus SALVS AVG; Salus

73 year
Silver 3.29 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
73
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.29 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#249423
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Salus seated left, holding patera.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SALVS AVG

Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denarius - Titus (SALVS AVG; Salus) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who was revered as the embodiment of safety, security, and well-being. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's commitment to protecting its citizens and ensuring their well-being.