Denarius - Vespasian IMP
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 69-71 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250284 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vespasian riding left, raising right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP
Translation:
Imperator.
Supreme commander.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Vespasian (IMP) (69-71) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Vespasian, who was known for his efforts to restore stability to the Roman Empire after a period of civil war and political turmoil. One of the ways he did this was by reforming the Roman currency, which had become devalued and unreliable. The Denarius - Vespasian (IMP) (69-71) coin was part of this reform effort, and it features a new image of the emperor on the obverse (front) side, which was meant to promote his image as a strong and capable leader.
