Sestertius - Vespasian (ROMA S C; Roma) (73) front Sestertius - Vespasian (ROMA S C; Roma) (73) back
Sestertius - Vespasian (ROMA S C; Roma) (73) photo
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Sestertius - Vespasian ROMA S C; Roma

73 year
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
73
Value
1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#249482
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Roma standing left, holding Victory and spear.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ROMA S C

Translation:
Roma. Senatus Consultum.
Rome. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Sestertius coin was used to pay the soldiers of the Roman Empire, and it was also used for everyday transactions. It was an important coin for the Roman economy and was used for over 400 years.