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Denarius - Vespasian
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250479 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vespasian standing in quadriga right, holding branch and sceptre.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.23–3.32 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Vespasian (72-73) coin features a unique reverse design that showcases the Roman Empire's military prowess. The coin's reverse side depicts a triumphant Roman soldier holding a shield and a spear, with a defeated barbarian soldier kneeling at his feet. This design was meant to commemorate Vespasian's military victories, particularly his campaigns against the Jewish rebels in Judea. This coin is a tangible representation of the Roman Empire's military power and its influence on the ancient world.
