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Sestertius - Vespasian ROMA S C; Roma and Victory
71 year| Bronze | 26.9 g | - |
| 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 | 26.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249088 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma standing left, holding Victory on globe and spear.
ROMAacross field. S C in field.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA S C
Unabridged legend: Roma. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Rome. 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 the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Vespasian. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and subdue other nations. The inclusion of this image on the coin was a way for the Roman government to promote its military power and to reinforce the idea that the Roman Empire was a dominant force in the ancient world.
