RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1107 — Vespasian Denarius
RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1107 · 70 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
Reverse
Universität Stuttgart, Historisches Institut
Obverse
IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG TR P
Head of Vespasian, laureate, right
Reverse
COS ITER TR POT
Aequitas standing left, holding scales and rod
About This Type
This RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1107 is a denarius of Vespasian (70 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Aequitas standing left, holding scales and rod. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 2.95g, 18mm diameter.
About the Denarius
The denarius was the standard Roman silver coin, struck from around 211 BC through the mid-third century AD. It typically weighs 3.5–4.0 grams and measures 17–20mm. Republican issues are cataloged under Crawford (RRC); imperial issues follow RIC volumes by ruler.
About the Lugdunum Mint
Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1107?
- RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1107 is a Silver Denarius of Vespasian (70 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1107.
- How do you identify RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1107?
- The obverse depicts Head of Vespasian, laureate, right with the inscription IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG TR P. The reverse depicts Aequitas standing left, holding scales and rod with the inscription COS ITER TR POT. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1107?
- RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1107 was struck in Silver, standard weight 2.95g, diameter 18mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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