Sestertius - Titus (S C) (72) front Sestertius - Titus (S C) (72) back
Sestertius - Titus (S C) (72) photo
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Sestertius - Titus S C

72 year
Bronze 24.37 g -
Description
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
24.37 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#249380
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Titus standing in quadriga right, holding branch and sceptre.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S C

Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.

Comment

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 24.37 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.