Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Vespasian

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This silver coin was minted in Rome by the emperor Vespasian in 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 staff. The legend 'TRI POT II COS III P P' continues the abbreviated list of Vespasian's titles begun on the obverse of the coin.

The civil wars of 68 to 69 AD had seen the rise and fall of three emperors in quick succession. Vespasian, with the support of the eastern army, became emperor in 69. Many of his early issues promise peace and harmony, clearly much desired by Roman people after the turbulent events.

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• Online ID: 000-180-001-618-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland Part 2
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  
• Date: Minted in 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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