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Titus as Caesar RIC II V1562
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Titus as Caesar. 69-79 A.D. AR Denarius. Antioch Mint 72-73 A.D. (3.45g, 17.0mm, 6h ). Obv: T CAES IMP VESP PON TR POT, laureate bust right, draped. Rev: Palm tree; to left, Titus standing right with spear and parazonium, foot on helmet; to r., Judaea std. r. RIC II V1562, BMC V518, RSC 392, RPC 1934.
A Judea Capta reverse commemorating the Flavians’ greatest victory. While listed as common, this type from Antioch is difficult to find in trade. This example has a tight flan, but a heavy weight. Like the other Eastern mints issuing Flavian denarii, Antioch operated early and for a short time.
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