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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Titus S C; Spes
76 year| Bronze | 24 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 76 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249817 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes standing, left holding flower in right and raising skirt with left.
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; Spes) (76) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Spes, who represents hope, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of hope in Roman culture and the idea that the coin could bring hope and prosperity to its owner. Additionally, the coin's design and imagery would have been carefully chosen by the Roman authorities to promote the ideals and values of the Roman Empire, making it a fascinating piece of history.
