© Museu de Prehistòria de València
© Museu de Prehistòria de València
Denarius - Vespasian CERES AVGVST; Ceres
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249877 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ceres standing left, holding corn ears, poppy, and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CERES AVGVST
Translation:
Ceres Augusta.
Ceres, the venerable.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.48–7.28 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Ceres coin was minted during the reign of Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor from 69 to 79 AD. Ceres, the goddess of agriculture and fertility, was depicted on the coin to symbolize the prosperity and abundance of the Roman Empire during Vespasian's rule. The coin's design also features a sheaf of grain and a cornucopia, further emphasizing the theme of agricultural abundance. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the economic and cultural practices of ancient Rome.
