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Denarius - Vitellius IVPPITER VICTOR; Jupiter and Victory
69 year| Silver | 3.4 g | 18 mm |
| 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 |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244141 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, naked to waist, seated left, holding Victory in right and sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVPPITER VICTOR
Translation:
Iuppiter Victori
Jupiter, the victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.27–3.52 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Vitellius coin is that it features a rare combination of symbols on its reverse side. The image of Jupiter, the king of the gods, is paired with the personification of Victory, representing the triumph of the Roman Empire. This unique combination signifies the power and dominance of Rome during the reign of Vitellius, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
