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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Vespasian VESP AVG; Victory
74 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 20.5 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249594 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory standing right on prow, holding wreath and palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VESP AVG
Translation:
Vespasianus Augustus.
Vespasian, emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.39–3.34 g;Diameter varies: 20–21 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Vespasian (VESP AVG; Victory) (74) 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.
