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Denarius - Vespasian CONCORDIA AVG; Ceres
71 year| Silver | 3 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 71 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250346 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ceres, draped, seated left in decorated chair with high back, holding two corn-ears and poppy in right hand and cornucopia in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVG
Unabridged legend: Concordia Augusta.
Translation: Venerable harmony.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.79–3.16 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Vespasian (CONCORDIA AVG; Ceres) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Ceres on the reverse side, which symbolizes agriculture and fertility. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was focused on promoting agriculture and economic growth. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight of 3 grams also indicate its value and authenticity, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
