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Denarius - Vespasian PACI AVGVSTAE; Victory, star and annulet
74 year| Silver | 3.5 g | - |
| 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 | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#250388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, advancing right, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm over shoulder in left.
Lower right star, annulet below Victory (behind legs).
Script: Latin
Lettering: PACI AVGVSTAE
Translation:
Paci Augustae.
To the venerable peace.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Vespasian. The image of Victory holding a trophy and a palm branch symbolized the Roman Empire's military victories and dominance. The coin's design also includes a star and an annulet (a ring-shaped symbol) on either side of Victory, which were added to enhance the coin's aesthetic appeal and to signify the coin's denomination.
