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Sestertius - Vespasian IVDAEA CAPTA S C; Judaea
| Bronze | 21.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250120 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vespasian standing, holding spear and parazonium, left of palm-tree, resting foot on helmet; Judaea seated right on cuirass.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVDAEA CAPTA S C
Translation:
Iudaea Capta. Senatus Consultum.
Conquest of Judea. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor from 69 to 79 AD. He is depicted on the coin with a distinctive beard, which was a symbol of his imperial power and authority. The coin was minted during his reign, and it is believed that the image of Vespasian on the coin was meant to promote his image as a strong and capable leader, both within Rome and throughout the empire.
