Summary
Silver denarius of the Emperor Vespasian struck in 77-78 AD, Ancient Roman Empire. Minted by Rome. Vespasian became Consul for the eighth time (COS VIII on this coin) in 77 and for the ninth in 79 AD. Consuls entered office on 1st January.
Obverse Description
Laureate head of Vespasian facing right; around, IMP CAESAR VESPASIA[NVS AVG]
Reverse Description
Yoke of oxen advancing to left; in exergue, COS VIII
Edge Description
Plain
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Purchase from Max Stern & Co. Ltd
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Date Issued
77-78 AD
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Issued By
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Person Depicted
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Mint
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Denomination
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Material
Silver
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Axis
08
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Classification
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Category
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Type of item
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Dimensions
18 mm (Outside Diameter), 3.204 g (Weight)
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Shape
Off round
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References
RIC.107 r
[Book] Mattingly, Harold & Sydenham, Edward A. 1972. The Roman Imperial Coinage. II., 26 Pages
