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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Titus IVD CAP S C; Judaea
| Bronze | 25.9 g | 34.5 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 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.9 g |
| Diameter | 34.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Captive, looking back, standing to right of palm-tree; Judaea seated left on arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVD CAP S C
Translation:
Iudaea Capta. Senatus Consultum.
Conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.22–29.95 g;Diameter varies: 33.7–35 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Titus, who ruled from 79 to 81 AD, on one side, and a depiction of a woman representing the province of Judaea on the other side. This coin was minted during Titus' reign and was likely used for everyday transactions throughout the Roman Empire.
