© Museu de Prehistòria de València
© Museu de Prehistòria de València
Denarius - Vespasian COS VIII; Mars
| Silver | 3.1 g | 17.5 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249847 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, naked except for cloak round waist, standing left, holding spear slanting upwards in right hand and trophy on left shoulder in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS VIII
Translation:
Consul Octavum.
Consul for the eighth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.78–3.38 g;Diameter varies: 16–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Vespasian. Mars was considered a symbol of strength and military power, and his image was often used to promote the Roman Empire's military prowess and expansion. The inclusion of Mars on this coin may have been intended to emphasize Vespasian's military victories and reinforce his reputation as a strong and effective leader.
