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Sestertius - Vespasian IVDAEA CAPTA S C; Judaea
71 year| Bronze | 23.8 g | 33 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 | 23.8 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250050 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Vespasian standing, holding spear and parazonium, left of palm-tree, resting foot on helmet; Judaea seated right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVDAEA CAPTA S C
Translation:
Iudaea Capta. Senatus Consultum.
Conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.78–24.83 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Vespasian, who ruled from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and a depiction of a woman representing the province of Judaea, with the inscription "IVDAEA CAPTA S C" (meaning "Judaea captured") on the other side. This coin was issued during Vespasian's reign and was used as a means of spreading propaganda about the Roman Empire's conquests and territorial expansion.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (71) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Sestertius - Vespasian (IVDAEA CAPTA S C; Judaea) (71) coin.
