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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Vespasian VICTORIA AVGVSTI; Victory
| Silver | 3.1 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 72-73 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#249267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, advancing right, holding palm over left shoulder in left hand and with right about to place wreath on a standard set on ground.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.46–3.43 g;Diameter varies: 17–19 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Vespasian (VICTORIA AVGVSTI; Victory) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Vespasian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 69 to 79 AD. The coin's design features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Vespasian, who is shown with a distinctive pointed beard and a crown of laurel leaves. The coin's silver content and relatively small weight of 3.1 grams made it a widely used and accessible form of currency during its time.
