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Sestertius - Titus S C
| Bronze | 25 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 | 25 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249940 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hexastyle Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Titus (S C) coin features an image of the Roman emperor Titus on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Titus' reign from 77-78 AD and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 25g 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 conquests and victories during Titus' reign.
