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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Vespasian PONTIF MAXIM
74 year| Silver | 3 g | 19.5 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 | 3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249591 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Vespasian, togate, seated. right on curule chair, feet on stool, holding vertical sceptre in right hand and branch in extended left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF MAXIM
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus.
High priest.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.71–3.12 g;Diameter varies: 19–19.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Vespasian (PONTIF MAXIM) (74) coin features a unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, symbolizing Rome's naval supremacy and Vespasian's successful military campaigns.
