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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Denarius - Vespasian LIBERTAS PVBLICA; Libertas
| Silver | 3.14 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 69-70 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.14 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250264 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and long vertical ro (vindicta) in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS PVBLICA
Translation:
Libertas Publica.
Public freedom.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Vespasian (LIBERTAS PVBLICA; Libertas) coin from Rome, minted between 69-70 AD, features an image of Libertas, the Roman goddess of freedom, on its reverse side. This coin was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, with the Year of the Four Emperors (68-69 AD) having recently taken place, and Vespasian's reign (69-79 AD) marking the beginning of the Flavian dynasty. Despite the political instability of the time, this coin's image of Libertas serves as a symbol of the enduring importance of freedom in Roman culture.
