© Harlan J. Berk, LTD
© Harlan J. Berk, LTD
Sestertius - Vespasian FIDES EXERCITVVM S C
71 year| Bronze | 27.41 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 | 27.41 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#248957 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hands clasped over aquila on prow.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES EXERCITVVM S C
Translation:
Fides Exercituum. Senatus Consultum.
Loyalty of the Army. 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 goddess Fides (FIDES EXERCITVVM S C) on the reverse side, which represents the loyalty and fidelity of the Roman army to the emperor Vespasian. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign (69-79 AD) and was likely used as a means of promoting the emperor's image and reinforcing the loyalty of the military. The image of Fides is depicted as a woman standing left, holding a military standard and a patera (a shallow dish used for libations), symbolizing the goddess's role as the protector of the Roman army and the emperor's authority.
