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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Vespasian IVDAEA CAPTA S C; Judaea
71 year| Bronze | 25 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 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vespasian, in military dress, standing right, holding spear and parazonium, foot on helmet; Judaea, right, seated right, under palm-tree.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVDAEA CAPTA S C
Translation:
Iudaea Capta. Senatus Consultum.
Conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.959–27.17 g;Diameter varies: 31–35.5 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 a woman representing Judaea (Judea) on the other side. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The image of Judaea on the coin is significant because it represents the Roman occupation of Judea during that time period. Additionally, the coin's bronze composition and 25g weight were standard for Roman coins of that era.
