Description: Roman Empire Vespasian AD 69-79 Silver Denarius NGC Mint State, very rare in this high grade. One of the Finest Known. Vespasian is the 10th of the 12 Caesar’s Vespasian (AD 69-79). Silver Denarius, mint of Rome, AD 70. NGC Mint State 3/5 Strike 5/5 Surface Fine Style designation awarded to this example for its exceptional design detail and craftsmanship. Obverse: [IMP CAESAR VESPAS]IANVS AVG, laureate head of Vespasian facing right. Reverse: CAESAR AVG F COS CAESAR AVG F PR, facing heads of Titus and Domitian. Few figures in the long history of Ancient Rome compiled resumes that could match that of Vespasian. He rose to power on the strength of his military successes, which included serving as a legate during Rome's invasion of Britain in 43 A.D. and leading the subjugation of Judea following the uprising in 66 A.D. His tenure began in 69 A.D. following the suicide of Nero and three short, civil war plagued stints, by emperors in what became known as the Year of the Four Emperors. He served for a decade and was the first Emperor in the 27 year reign of the Flavian dynasty. His work as Emperor included the initiation of several architectural projects, most notably the Roman Colosseum. This denarius gives you the chance to step back in time to a critical part of Rome's history. Powerful Emperor Vespasian Design On the obverse is the Laureate head of Vespasian facing right. The Emperor bears a stern countenance. His likeness is encircled by the inscriptions "IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG" (Emperor Caesar Vespasiaun, Augustus). Future Emperor’s Titus and Domitian on the reverse standing. Buy with confidence the coin you see is the coin you’ll receive USPS Priority Insured Shipping. Capstonecoins.com Austin Texas
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Denomination: Denarius
Historical Period: Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD)
Composition: Silver
Year: 79 AD
Era: Ancient
Grade: MS
Ruler: Vespasian
Certification: NGC
Date: AD 69-79