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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Titus S C
72 year| Bronze | 26.1 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 72 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.1 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249336 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Titus, laureate, standing in triumphal quadriga, horses prancing right, holding whip in right hand and reins in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 23.95–27.44 g;Diameter varies: 30–32 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Titus (S C) (72) 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 the goddess Victory on the other side. This coin was minted during Titus' reign and was used as a means of circulating currency throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 26.1 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high value, likely used for larger transactions. Additionally, the image of Victory on the reverse side of the coin symbolizes the Roman Empire's military prowess and triumphs during Titus' reign.
