Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Vespasian

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This silver coin was minted in Rome by the emperor Vespasian between 69 and 71 AD. It is a type called a denarius, the most common Roman silver coin. This picture shows the reverse of the coin.

The reverse depicts Pax, the goddess of peace, holding a branch and a herald's staff. The legend 'COS ITER TR POT' continues the list of Vespasian's titles begun on the obverse.

The civil wars of 68 to 69 AD had seen the rise and fall of three emperors in quick succession. Vespasian, who was proclaimed emperor in 69, promised peace on this coin. He ruled for 10 years which saw peace in Italy, and the expansion of Rome's frontiers.

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• Online ID: 000-180-001-614-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland Part 2
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  
• Date: Minted between 69 and 71 AD
  
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  • Mattingly, Harold and Sydenham, Edward A. The Roman Imperial Coinage. Vol. II. Vespasian to Hadrian. London: Spink & Son, Ltd, 1926. 
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