© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Vespasian S P Q R OB CIVES SERVATOS
71 year| Bronze | 23.3 g | 33.5 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 | 23.3 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend in four lines in oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S P Q R OB CIVES SERVATOS
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanum Ob Cives Servatos.
The senate and the Roman people to the saviour of the citizens.
Comment
Mass varies: 18.935–25.77 g;Diameter varies: 33–34 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Vespasian, who was the Roman Emperor from 69 to 79 AD, on one side, and the letters "S P Q R OB CIVES SERVATOS" on the other, which stands for "Senatus Populusque Romanus Oblationem Cives Servatos" meaning "The Roman Senate and People dedicate this coin to the saved citizens." This coin was minted during Vespasian's reign and was used as a means of propaganda to promote the idea that the emperor was a benevolent ruler who cared for the welfare of his citizens.
