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Sestertius - Vespasian S P Q R ADSERTORI LIBERTATIS PVBLIC
| Issuer | Roman Imperial Mint |
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| Year | 71 |
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| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
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| Reverse description | The reverse features a large oak wreath, a corona civica, encircling a four-line Latin inscription within the field. The legend S P Q R / ADSERTORI / LIBERTATIS / PVBLIC is displayed in bold, well-spaced lettering across the centre of the coin, honouring Vespasian as the champion of public liberty on behalf of the Senate and Roman people. The wreath, tied at the base with a ribbon or bow, frames the inscription with naturalistic foliage rendered in the characteristic style of early Flavian bronzes. The field beyond the wreath is plain, and the overall design conveys a deliberately senatorial, Republican message. The surface displays an even green patina with areas of golden-bronze showing through on the high relief lettering. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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| Edge | Plain |
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