Denarius - Vespasian (IMP XIII) (77-78) front Denarius - Vespasian (IMP XIII) (77-78) back
Denarius - Vespasian (IMP XIII) (77-78) photo
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Denarius - Vespasian IMP XIII

 
Silver 3.2 g 17 mm
Description
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
3.2 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#249893
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Sow left, with three piglets.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IMP XIII

Translation:
Imperator Tertium Decimum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the 13th time.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Denarius - Vespasian (IMP XIII) (77-78) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who is depicted standing left, holding a liberty torch and a scepter. This image was a symbol of the Roman Empire's commitment to freedom and democracy, and it was a common motif on coins during the reign of Vespasian.