Sestertius - Vespasian ROMA RESVRGES S C; Roma
| Bronze | 26.9 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 72-73 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.9 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249287 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vespasian standing left, gesturing Roma (city) to raise; Roma (goddess) standing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA RESVRGES S C
Translation:
Roma Resurgens, Senatus Consultum.
Rome rising again. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign, and the image of Roma was added to symbolize the revival of Rome after a period of civil war and unrest. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the political and cultural values of the Roman Empire during this time period.
