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Denarius - Vespasian AVG
| Silver | 3.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 69-70 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVG
Unabridged legend: Augustus.
Translation: Emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.01–3.22 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Vespasian (AVG) (69-70) coin is that it features a portrait of the Roman Emperor Vespasian on one side, while the other side depicts the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military victories and power.
