Vespasian As, Altar reverse
RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1167 · 71 AD · Lugdunum
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
IMP CAESAR VESPASIAN AVG COS IIII
Head of Vespasian, laureate, right; globe at point of neck
Reverse
PROVIDENT S C
Altar
About This Type
This RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1167 is an as of Vespasian (71 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Altar. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 10.94g, 28mm diameter.
About the As
The as was the base-unit bronze denomination of the Roman monetary system, worth one quarter of a sestertius. Under the empire it typically weighs about 11 grams and measures 25–28mm. The emperor appears with a bare or laureate head, the radiate crown was reserved for the dupondius.
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 1167?
- RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1167 is a Bronze As of Vespasian (71 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1167.
- How do you identify RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1167?
- The obverse depicts Head of Vespasian, laureate, right; globe at point of neck with the inscription IMP CAESAR VESPASIAN AVG COS IIII. The reverse depicts Altar with the inscription PROVIDENT S C. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1167?
- RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 1167 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 10.94g, diameter 28mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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