Denarius - Vespasian (AVG) (70) front Denarius - Vespasian (AVG) (70) back
Denarius - Vespasian (AVG) (70) photo
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Denarius - Vespasian AVG

70 year
Silver 3.54 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
70
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.54 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#250332
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend in oak-wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AVG

Translation:
Augustus.
Emperor (Augustus).

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Denarius - Vespasian (AVG) (70) 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 symbolize the Roman Empire's military victories and its dominance over its enemies.