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Vespasian (69-79 BCE), Denarius
Vespasian (69-79 BCE), Denarius
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Vespasian (69-79 BCE), Denarius

Artist/Culture
Dateabout 70-72 BCE
Mediumsilver
Dimensions0.2 mm (11/16 in.)
ClassificationsMetalwork
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Salton
Object number2001.289
Descriptionobv. head of Vespasian, laureate, to right, 'IMP.CAES.VE(S)P.AVG.(PM)', around;

rev. Simpulum, sprinkler, jug, and lituus (sacrificial implements), above, 'AVGVR', below, 'TRI POT', mint of Rome
ProvenanceMr. and Mrs. Mark Salton
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