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Sestertius - Titus IVDAEA CAPTA S C; Judaea
| Bronze | 27.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 27.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Captive standing left of palm-tree; Judaea seated right on cuirass; various arms around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVDAEA CAPTA S C
Translation:
Iudaea Capta. Senatus Consultum.
Conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Titus, who was the Roman emperor from 79 to 81 AD. The coin was minted during his reign, and it's interesting to note that Titus was the son of Vespasian, who was the emperor who ordered the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. This coin, therefore, serves as a tangible reminder of the Roman Empire's influence and power during that time period.
