Summary
Silver denarius of the Emperor Vespasian struck in 76 AD, Ancient Roman Empire. Minted by Rome. Vespasian became Consul for the seventh time (COS VII on this coin) in 76 and for the eighth in 77 AD. Consuls entered office on 1st January.
Obverse Description
Laureate head of Vespasian facing right; around, IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Reverse Description
An eagle standing on a cippus (a short round column) with head facing left dividing COS VII
Edge Description
Plain
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), Dr William Howat, 15 Mar 1976
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Date Issued
76 AD
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Issued By
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Mint
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Denomination
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Material
Silver
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Axis
06
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Classification
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Type of item
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Dimensions
19 mm (Outside Diameter), 3.053 g (Weight)
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Shape
Off round
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References
RIC.99a
[Book] Mattingly, Harold & Sydenham, Edward A. 1972. The Roman Imperial Coinage. II., 25 Pages
