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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sestertius - Vespasian SALVS AVGVSTA S C; Salus
71 year| Bronze | 26 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 | 26 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249002 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left, holding patera in extended right hand and vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVGVSTA S C
Translation:
Salus Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
The venerable health. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 25.38–26.63 g;Diameter varies: 32.5–34 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who was revered as the embodiment of safety, security, and well-being. The coin's design highlights the importance of Salus in Roman culture and reflects the desire of the Roman Empire to promote a sense of security and stability through its currency.
