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Sestertius - Vespasian S C
76 year| Bronze | 25.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 76 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hexastyle Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.06–28.89 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Vespasian (S C) (76) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, who is depicted standing and holding a liberty torch and a scepter. This image symbolizes the idea of freedom, which was an important concept during the reign of Emperor Vespasian. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea that the Roman Empire was a place where freedom and prosperity flourished under the rule of a strong and wise leader.
