© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Sestertius - Vespasian ROMA VICTRIX S C; Roma
71 year| Bronze | 26.6 g | 34 mm |
| 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 | 26.6 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249092 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma standing right, foot on cuirass, holding spear and parazonium.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA VICTRIX S C
Translation:
Roma Victrix. Senatus Consultum.
Victorious 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 victories and its dominance over other nations.
