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Sestertius - Vitellius S C; Mars
69 year| Bronze | 25.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vitellius (Aulus Vitellius) (69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 69 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#244225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, wearing only cloak, advancing right, holding spear in right hand and aquila on left shoulder
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 24.6–26.79 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Vitellius (S C; Mars) (69) coin is that it features a rare representation of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, which is not commonly found on coins from this time period.
