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Aureus - Vespasian EX S C, Victory and Judaea
| Issuer | Roman Imperial Mint |
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| Year | 80-81 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
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| Obverse description | Laureate head of the deified Vespasian facing right, rendered with characteristic realistic portraiture typical of Flavian imperial coinage. The emperor's broad, fleshy features are depicted with individualized detail, including a strong brow and prominent chin. A beaded border encircles the flan. The legend DIVVS AVGVSTVS VESPASIANVS runs around the periphery in incuse Latin capitals, conferring posthumous divine status upon the emperor. The die work reflects the refined craftsmanship of the Rome mint under Titus. |
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| Reverse description | The winged goddess Victory advances to the left, draped in flowing garments, carrying a large circular shield which she sets upon a palm tree. At the base of the palm tree, a small crouching captive figure representing Judaea is visible, referencing the Flavian victory in the Jewish War. The inscription EX S C appears divided across the field to either side of the central design, indicating the issue was struck by senatorial authority. A beaded border frames the composition, and the overall reverse type follows the well-established Judaea Capta iconographic tradition celebrated under the Flavian dynasty. |
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| Reverse lettering | EX S C (Translation: Ex Senatus Consultum. By decree of the senate.) |
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