Denarius - Vespasian LIBERTAS PVBLICA; Libertas
| 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#250302 |
|---|---|
| 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) (69-71) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, which is interesting because it highlights the importance of liberty and freedom in Roman culture during the reign of Emperor Vespasian.
