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Sestertius - Titus S C; Mars
73 year| Bronze | 27.37 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 | 27.37 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars advancing right, holding spear and trophy.
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; Mars) (73) coin is that it features a depiction of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of military power and the worship of Mars in ancient Roman culture. The coin's design also includes an image of Titus, the Roman emperor who ruled from 79 to 81 AD, which further emphasizes the connection between military might and imperial power in the Roman Empire.
