Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Vespasian

This silver coin was minted in Rome by the emperor Vespasian in 76 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 an eagle standing on a base draped with garlands, between the inscription 'COS' on the left and 'VII' on the right. This records that the coin was issued in the 7th consulship of Vespasian.

The Romans needed coins for one main purpose - to pay the salaries of her huge military force. They were also used to pay the salaries of her officials and to fund public works and special payments to the poor.

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Online ID:	000-180-001-523-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0504: National Museums Scotland Part 2 Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland
Date:	Minted in 76 AD
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References:	Mattingly, Harold and Sydenham, Edward A. The Roman Imperial Coinage. Vol. II. Vespasian to Hadrian. London: Spink & Son, Ltd, 1926.
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