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Sestertius - Vespasian S C
| Bronze | 25.6 g | - |
| 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 | 25.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249291 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vespasian riding right, spearing fallen enemy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Vespasian (S C) (72-73) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who represents freedom and liberty, on its reverse side. This is significant because Vespasian, the emperor who issued the coin, was known for his efforts to restore peace and stability to the Roman Empire after a period of civil war and unrest. The inclusion of Libertas on the coin may have been a way to emphasize Vespasian's commitment to preserving the Roman Republic and its values.
