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Sestertius - Vespasian SALVS AVGVSTI S C; Salus
71 year| Bronze | 25 g | 33 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 | 25 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Salus seated left, holding patera and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Salus Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Health of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Note that there are variations in the reverse legend spacing, such as SALVS-AVGVSTI and SALVS-AVG-VSTI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who was the patron deity of the Roman Empire during the reign of Vespasian. She is depicted standing, holding a patera (a ritual offering dish) in her right hand and a snake in her left. The snake symbolized the healing powers of the goddess and was also associated with the Roman emperor's role as a healer and protector of his people. This image of Salus was a common motif on Roman coins during Vespasian's reign and was meant to promote the idea of the emperor as a benevolent and protective ruler.
