Summary
Silver denarius struck during the reign of the Emperor Titus in the name of his father, Vespasian, in the period 79-81 AD, Ancient Roman Empire. Minted by Rome. Vespasian died on 23 June 79 BC and was immediately deified. This issue, in memory of Vespasian, is often dated 80-81 AD as there is a gap in silver and gold coin production in the name of Titus for this period. However there is no reason why production could not have begun in 79.
Obverse Description
Laureate head of Vespasian facing right; around, DIVVS AVGVSTVS VESPASIANVS .
Reverse Description
Quadriga advancing to left; in exergue, EX SC
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
79-81 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
05
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Classification
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Dimensions
17 mm (Outside Diameter), 2.728 g (Weight)
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Shape
Off round
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References
RIC.60
[Book] Mattingly, Harold & Sydenham, Edward A. 1972. The Roman Imperial Coinage. II., 123 Pages