Denarius - Vespasian (IVDAEA DEVICTA; Judaea) (71) front Denarius - Vespasian (IVDAEA DEVICTA; Judaea) (71) back
Denarius - Vespasian (IVDAEA DEVICTA; Judaea) (71) photo
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Denarius - Vespasian IVDAEA DEVICTA; Judaea

71 year
Silver 2.8 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
71
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.8 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#250036
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Judea seated right under palm-tree, hands are tied in front.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IVDAEA DEVICTA

Translation:
Iudaea Devicta.
Defeat of Judea.

Comment

Mass varies: 2.03–3.37 g;
Diameter varies: 16–18 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denarius - Vespasian (IVDAEA DEVICTA; Judaea) (71) coin is that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Vespasian, who was known for his efforts to restore stability and prosperity to the Roman Empire after a period of civil war and economic turmoil. The coin's design features a portrait of Vespasian on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the Empire's victory over its enemies and its commitment to the ideals of peace and prosperity.