Quinarius - Vespasian (VICTORIA AVGVST; Victory) (77-78) front Quinarius - Vespasian (VICTORIA AVGVST; Victory) (77-78) back
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Quinarius - Vespasian VICTORIA AVGVST; Victory

 
Silver 2.6 g -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
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
References
Numista
N#249855
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.