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Sestertius of Vespasian, Rome

Sestertius of Vespasian, Rome

r. 69-79 CE

Vespasian

Roman Imperial

Obv.: Laureate head of Vespasian r.; around, IMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG P M TR P P P COS III. Rev.: Palm tree; to l., captive standing r.; to r., Judaea seated r. on cuirass; both figures surrounded by arms; around, IVDAEA CAPTA; in exergue, S C.

Bronze

Roman Imperial period, Early

Coins