© Cahn Auction 65
© Cahn Auction 65
Sestertius - Vespasian LIBERTAS PVBLICA S C; Libertas
71 year| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#248973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas standing left, holding pileus and rod.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS PVBLICA S C
Unabridged legend: Libertas Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Public freedom. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Image from Tafel 15, Numismatische Bücher (Katalog Nr. 65) — Frankfurt a. M., 1929.
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin featuring Vespasian and the goddess Libertas is notable for its depiction of a rare event in Roman history - the return of a Roman army to the capital city, Rome, after a victorious campaign. The coin's design commemorates Vespasian's military campaigns and his role in restoring peace and stability to the Roman Empire.
