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Sestertius - Vespasian IVDAEA CAPTA S C; Judaea
71 year| Bronze | 25.9 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 | 25.9 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249129 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Judaea, veiled, draped, seated right on cuirass under palm-tree, in attitude of mourning; behind palm-tree, captive standing left; various arms around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVDAEA CAPTA S C
Translation:
Iudaea Capta. Senatus Consultum.
Conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 24.05–27.07 g;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 (present-day Israel) on the other side. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign and was used as a means of circulating currency throughout the Roman Empire.
