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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Vespasian IVDAEA CAPTA S C; Judaea
71 year| Bronze | 25.4 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 | 25.4 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249050 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Judaea, veiled, draped, seated right under palm-tree, in attitude of mourning: behind palm-tree; captive standing right with hands tied behind his back: to left of Captive, two round and one oval shields, helmet, and two spears.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVDAEA CAPTA S C
Unabridged legend: Iudaea Capta. Senatus Consultum
Translation: Conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate
Comment
Mass varies: 22.02–28 g;
Diameter varies: 33–35 mm;
Hendin 773.
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin was used to pay Roman soldiers during the reign of Emperor Vespasian, who ruled from 69 to 79 AD. The coin's design features a portrait of Vespasian on one side and a depiction of Judaea (present-day Israel) on the other, signifying the Roman Empire's conquest of the region. The coin's bronze composition and 25.4g weight were standard for Roman coins of its time.
