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Denarius - Vitellius XV VIR SACR FAC
69 year| Silver | 3 g | 20 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 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244152 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Tripod lebes on which lies a dolphin, beneath is a raven
Script: Latin
Lettering: XV VIR SACR FAC
Translation:
Quindecimviri Sacris Faciundis
Fifteen men for the conduct of sacred affairs.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.649–3.37 g;Diameter varies: 19–21 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Vitellius (XV VIR SACR FAC) (69) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas on the reverse side, which symbolizes freedom and liberty. This is significant because Vitellius, the Roman emperor who minted the coin, was known for his efforts to restore liberties and powers to the Roman Senate and people, making the coin a representation of his reign's values.
