© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Vespasian FORTVNAE REDVCI S C; Fortuna
71 year| Bronze | 26.13 g | 34 mm |
| 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 | 26.13 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#248963 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing left, holding branch and rudder set on globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNAE REDVCI S C
Translation:
Fortunae Reduci. Senatus Consultum.
Returning fortune. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin was used to pay soldiers and was worth one-fourth of a denarius, which was the standard wage for a Roman soldier. This coin features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side and Emperor Vespasian on the other. It's interesting to note that Vespasian was known for his efforts to restore stability to the Roman Empire after a period of civil war and his reign marked the beginning of the Flavian dynasty, which lasted for 27 years.
