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© Harlan J. Berk, LTD
Sestertius - Vespasian CERES AVGVST S C; Ceres
76 year| Bronze | 25.5 g | 31 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 | 25.5 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249786 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ceres standing left, holding corn-ears, branch, fillet, and long torch with snake base.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CERES AVGVST S C
Translation:
Ceres Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Ceres, the venerable. 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 Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin may have been used as a symbol of prosperity and abundance during the reign of Vespasian.
