Sestertius - Vespasian S P Q R ADSERTORI LIBERTATIS PVBLICAE
71 year| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249014 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in four lines in oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R ADSERTORI LIBERTATIS PVBLICAE
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus Adsertori Libertatis Publicae.
The senate and the Roman people to the defenders of public liberty.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Vespasian 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 Roman Empire's commitment to preserving the principles of liberty and freedom for its citizens.
