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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Vespasian CONCORDIA AVGVSTI; Concordia
| Silver | 3.2 g | 17.5 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera extended in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGVSTI
Translation:
Concordia Augusti.
Harmony of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.69–3.5 g;Diameter varies: 15.5–20 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on the reverse side, which represents the unity and harmony of the Roman people during the reign of Emperor Vespasian.
