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Sestertius - Vespasian S C; Victory
| Bronze | 24.08 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 | 24.08 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249292 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vespasian standing left, resting foot on prow, holding Victory and spear; two supplicants and palm-tree, left.
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; Victory) 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 (72-73 AD). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military victories and its dominance over other nations. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "S C" which stands for "Senatus Consulto" or "By decree of the Senate," indicating that the coin was issued by the Roman Senate.
