Quinarius - Vespasian VICTORIA AVGVST; Victory
Silver | 2.6 g | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 77-78 |
Value | Silver Quinarius = ½ Denarius |
Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 2.6 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#249855 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory seated left, holding wreath and palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVST
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin was used to pay soldiers and was also used for small transactions. It was an important part of the Roman Empire's economy.