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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans - Vespasian P M TR P P P COS V S C
74 year| Bronze | 2.6 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 74 |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249642 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged caduceus, upright.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P P P COS V S C
Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Pater Patriae, Consul Quintum. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: High priest, holder of tribunician power, father of the nation, consul for the fifth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.23–2.98 g;Diameter varies: 14–17 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quadrans - Vespasian coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting a triumphant Roman soldier holding a trophy and a shield, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military victories and power.
