© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Sestertius - Vespasian VICTORIA AVGVSTI S C; Victory
71 year| Bronze | 24.43 g | - |
| 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 | 24.43 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249120 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory standing right, resting left foot on helmet, inscribing OB CIV SERV on shield attached to palm-tree; Judaea seated right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Victoria Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Roman coinage, particularly during the reign of Vespasian. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and subdue other nations. The use of Victory as a symbol of Roman power and dominance can be seen as a reflection of the Roman Empire's expansionist policies and its desire to assert its dominance over other civilizations.
