Coin (reverse), Denarius, of Vespasian

This silver coin was minted in Rome by the emperor Vespasian early in his reign, probably 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 a captive seated in front of a trophy. Trophies made up of the arms of defeated armies were erected by the Romans after their victories. The legend 'IVDAEA' confirms that the commemorated victory is Vespasian's in Judea.

Early in his reign, Vespasian and his sons had to deal with a revolt in Judea. At first led by Vespasian, and later completed by his son Titus, the campaign eventually ended in the sacking of Jerusalem in 70 AD. Many costly spoils were taken back to Rome.

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Online ID:	000-180-001-616-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 between 69 and 71 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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