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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Vespasian IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG P M TR P P P COS VIII
| Bronze | 23 g | 33.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251026 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding large S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG P M TR P P P COS VIII
Unabridged legend: Imperator Titus Caesar, Divi Vespasiani Filius, Augustus, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Pater Patriae, Consul Octavum.
Translation: Supereme commander Titus, Caesar, son of the divine Vespasianus, emperor, high priest, holder of tribunician power, father of the nation, consul for the eighth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 14.81–25.51 g;Diameter varies: 31–35 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Pax on the other side. Pax, which means "peace" in Latin, was an important symbol of the Roman Empire during Vespasian's reign, and the inclusion of her image on the coin highlights the emperor's efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (80-81) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Sestertius - Vespasian (IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG P M TR P P P COS VIII) (80-81) coin.
