Denarius - Vespasian (EX S C; Victory) (80-81) front Denarius - Vespasian (EX S C; Victory) (80-81) back
Denarius - Vespasian (EX S C; Victory) (80-81) photo
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Denarius - Vespasian EX S C; Victory

 
Silver 2.9 g 16.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
80-81
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.9 g
Diameter
16.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#251157
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Slow quadriga left, with car in form of small, richly ornamented temple, surmounted by two Victories.

Script: Latin

Lettering: EX S C

Translation:
Ex Senatus Consultum.
By decree of the senate.

Comment

Mass varies: 0–3.38 g;
Diameter varies: 0–21 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Denarius - Vespasian (EX S C; Victory) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, signifying the triumphant reign of Emperor Vespasian.