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Semis - Titus IVD CAP S C; Judaea
| Bronze | 3.6 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Semis = ½ As = 1⁄32 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Judaea seated to left of palm-tree; yoke right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVD CAP S C
Translation:
Iudaea Capta. Senatus Consultum.
Conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.54–3.72 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Titus, who was the Roman emperor from 79 to 81 AD, and son of the famous emperor Vespasian. The coin was minted during his reign and features his name and title on one side, and an image of a goddess on the other. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was minted during Titus' reign and is highly sought after by collectors.
