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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quinarius - Titus VICTORIA AVGVSTI; Victory
75 year| Silver | 1.5 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 75 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius = ½ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, draped, advancing right, holding up wreath in right hand and palm over left shoulder in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 1.436–1.75 g;Diameter varies: 15–16 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius - Titus coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on one side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Titus (79-81 AD). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance.
