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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Vespasian PACI AVGVSTAE; Victory
74 year| Silver | 2.9 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 74 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250375 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, advancing right, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm over shoulder in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACI AVGVSTAE
Unabridged legend: Paci Augustae.
Translation: To the venerable peace.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.26–3.21 g;Diameter varies: 16.25–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Vespasian (PACI AVGVSTAE; Victory) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on its reverse side, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military triumphs and conquests during the reign of Emperor Vespasian (74 AD).
