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Sestertius - Vespasian FIDES EXERCITVVM S C
71 year| Bronze | 27.9 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 | 27.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249047 |
|---|---|
| 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 the Sestertius - Vespasian (FIDES EXERCITVVM S C) (71) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Vespasian. Fides was an important symbol of loyalty and trust in ancient Roman culture, and her presence on the coin may have been intended to promote the idea of the Roman Empire as a strong and reliable authority.
