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RIC 0045 Vespasian
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AR Denarius, 3.48g
Rome Mint, 71 AD
Obv: IMP CAES VES-P AVG P M; Head of Vespasian, laureate, r.
Rev: PON MAX across field; Vesta, draped, hooded, seated l., holding simpulum in extended r. hand, l. hand at side
RIC 45 (C). BMC 55. RSC 358. BNC 38.
Acquired from NB Numismatics, April 2007.
This Vesta type highlights the religious functions of the Emperor. Vespasian seemed to be stressing his sacred duties as chief priest with many of the reverse types from this issue.
The PON MAX variety is difficult to find in trade, despite its frequency rating of 'common' according to RIC. The TRI POT variety is far more commonly encountered.
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