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Sestertius - Vespasian CAPTA IVDAEA S C; Judaea
71 year| Bronze | 24.72 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 71 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.72 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249053 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Judaea, veiled, draped, seated right under palm-tree, in attitude of mourning: behind palm-tree; captive standing right with hands tied behind his back: to left of Captive, two round and one oval shields, helmet, and two spears.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAPTA IVDAEA S C
Translation:
Capta Iudaea Senatus Consultum.
The conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Vespasian, who ruled from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and a depiction of a woman representing Judaea (present-day Israel) on the other side. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire.
