The 74AD As - Vespasian / AequitasCopper AS of Emperor Vespasian struck at the Lugdunum Mint in Gaul in 74AD. Diameter 29mm and weighs 10.52g.
The date is derived as Vespasian was Consul for the fifth time ("COS V" on obverse) in 74 AD and for the sixth time in 75 AD. "CENS" on the coin is reference to the Censorship and suggests the coin was struck before the end of the year as CENS on coins was discontinued while the Aequitas As pieces were being struck and it does not occur at all with COS VI.
The Obverse shows the laureate bust of Vespasian facing right. Legend is "IMP CAES VESP AVG COS V CENS".
Edge is plain.
The Reverse shows Aequitas (the Roman Goddess of justice, equality and fairness) standing, facing left holding balanced scales with her right hand and a long rod in her left. Legend is "AE[QVITAS] AVGVSTI". "S C" spilt across coin; SC means senatus consultum, or 'by decree of the Senate' so the coin was an official issue.Image credit: Museums Victoria
Mintage: Not known
Minted at Roman Mint
Minted in 74AD
Monarch/Ruler: Vespasian (Emperor 69AD-79AD)
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Country of Origin: Roman Empire
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