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Sestertius - Titus S C
73 year| Bronze | 25.4 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 73 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.4 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249517 |
|---|---|
| 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
Mass varies: 22.98–27.87 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Titus (S C) (73) 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 25.4 grams suggests that it was a widely used coin for everyday 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.
