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Sestertius - Vitellius VICTORIA AVG S C; Victory
69 year| Bronze | 24.9 g | 35 mm |
| 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 | 24.9 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#244210 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, naked to waist, inscribing OB CIVES SER on shield on palm tree, resting left foot on helmet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG S C
Unabridged legend: Victoria Augusti, Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Victory of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 24.77–25.09 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Vitellius coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on one side, and the emperor Vitellius on the other. This coin was minted during Vitellius' reign in 69 AD, and it's interesting to note that Vitellius was known for his love of luxury and extravagance, which is reflected in the intricate details and craftsmanship of this coin.
