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Denarius - Vitellius CLEMENTIA IMP GERMAN; Clementia
69 year| Silver | 3.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vitellius (Aulus Vitellius) (69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clementia, draped, seated left, holding branch in right hand and sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: CLEMENTIA IMP GERMAN
Translation:
Clementia Imperatori Germanici
Clemency of the supreme commander (imperator) of the Germans.
Comment
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Vitellius (CLEMENTIA IMP GERMAN; Clementia) (69) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Clementia on the reverse side, which was a unique design choice for a coin issued by Vitellius, who was known for his opposition to the Roman Senate and his efforts to undermine their power. Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Clementia, who was a symbol of clemency and mercy, suggesting that Vitellius may have been attempting to convey a message of leniency and forgiveness, even in the face of political opposition.
