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Vespasian

T. Flavius Vespasainu Caesar

Dynasty: Flavians

Augustus (AD 69-79)

Vespasian was a successful Roman general in charge of the Judaean War when Nero was overthrown. In the ensuing confusion several generals were proclaimed emperor and by mid 69 the Syrian and Judaean legions proclaimed Vespasian emperor. They marched on Rome and Vitellius was killed. Vespasian introduced a stable reign, partly because he had two adult sons to succeed him: Titus and Domitian


Obverse Legends on coins depicting Vespasian

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Coins of Vespasian currently available

Coin image Vespasian
Bronze dupondius issued AD 75
Obv: IMP CAES VESP AVG PM T P COS VI, Radiate head right
Rev: FELICITAS PVBLICA S C, Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding winged caduceus up and cornucopiae
Very Fine   |   AUD $400.00