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RPC 1660AYTOKP KAICAP OYECΠACIANOC CEBA
Laureate head right.

Nike seated right on globe, holding wreath.

Cappadocia, Caesarea
66-67 CE?

1.82g; 15mm

RPC 1660.

Ex-Olympus Auction 11, lot 194
4 commentsJay GT4Apr 16, 2024
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RPC 1659 Vespasian HemidrachmΑΥΤΟΚΡ ΚΑΙϹΑΡ ΟΥΕϹΠΑϹΙΑΝΟϹ ϹΕΒΑ
Laureate head of Vespasian, right

Nike advancing right, wreath in right hand, palm in left hand

Cappadocia, Caesarea

66-67 CE?

1.67g; 13mm

RPC 1659

EX-Olympus Auction 11, lot 196



3 commentsJay GT4Apr 16, 2024
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RIC 1562 Titus denariusT CAES IMP VESP PON TR POT.
Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right.

Palm tree; to left, Titus standing right with spear and parazonium, foot on helmet; to right, Judaea mourning seated right.

Antioch; 72-3 CE

2.73g

RIC 1562 (C)

EX-Numismatik Naumann GmbH Auction 136 lot 519

This coin was described by the auction house as a Limes (unofficial) coin. However, this coin is indeed solid silver with a heavy dark toning and encrustations, as can be seen on the reverse. The double strike obverse, Ad Marco scoop on the reverse and being a double die match to the Sneh coin make this an official coin from Antioch. Interestingly, the Antioch version is more common than the Rome mint issue. One which I am happy to add to my collection. I may try to remove the encrustation from the palm tree and back of Judaea.
4 commentsJay GT4Jan 31, 2024
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RIC 0951 Titus denariusT CASESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head right

COS VI
Two oxen yoked left

2.85g

Rome 77-78 CE

RIC 951 (R)

Ex-Emad Khaleel
10 commentsJay GT4Jan 17, 2024
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RIC 0774 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

PON MAX TR P COS VI
Securitas seated left, head resting on raised arm

Rome, 75 CE

3.22g

RIC 774 (C)

Ex-Aphrodite Auction 18, lot 481 misattributed as RIC 772

A beautifully toned denarius in hand. Often times this coin is mistaken for the common Pax reverse (as was this one). The difference is in the position of the deities head resting on her arm. The pose is most likely taken from a cult statue of the goddess.
6 commentsJay GT4Jan 11, 2024
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RIC 1569 Vespasian QuadransIMP VESP AVG
Laureate head left

PM TR POT PP
Winged Caduceus

Rome, 74 CE

2.95g

RIC 1569 (R)

EX NSB Web Auction 20, lot 234

Part of an interesting series of coins struck in Rome with an Eastern flare.
4 commentsJay GT4Dec 19, 2023
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RPC 1661 Titus HemidrachmΑΥΤΟΚΡΑΤΩΡ ΤΙΤΟϹ ΚΑΙϹΑΡ ϹΕΒΑϹ
Laureate head of Titus, right

Nike standing, right, wreath in right hand, palm in left hand

Caesarea, Cappadocia

Undated but minted between 79-81 CE
1.82g

RPC 1661 (8 in core collections)

Ex-NBS web auction 20, lot 275

A scarcer coin minted while Titus was Augustus. Nice dark toning with some encrustation around the mouth and chin.
6 commentsJay GT4Dec 18, 2023
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RIC 1561 Titus Antioch denariusT CAES IMP VESP PON TR POT
Laureate bust right

NEP RED
Neptune standing left, right foot on globe, with acrostolium and sceptre

Antioch, 72-3 CE

3.07g

RIC 1561 (C)

Ex-Divus Numismatik

Wonderful Antiochine style with typical ragged flan

6 commentsJay GT4Nov 14, 2023
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RIC 1029 Titus DupondiusT CAESAR VESPASIANVS TR P COS VI
Laureate head left

PRINCIP IVVENT SC across lower field
Domitian Caesar on horse prancing left, raising right hand and holding scepter in left.

Rome; 77-78 CE

10.66g

RIC 1029 (R3)

HJB 225th Bid or Buy lot 63 from the Curtis L. Clay Collection; ex CNG E329, 25 June 2014, 409.

The reverse depicts Domitian participating in the Judaea Capta triumph of 71 A.D. He is, as Josephus described him, riding alongside in magnificent apparel and mounted on a horse that was itself a site worth seeing.

RIC notes that this is "presumably a mule, with the reverse of Domitian from the parallel issue." David Atherton believes the reverse die is intentional for both Titus and Domitian, making this an official pairing of dies for Titus. Regardless, the type is very rare. None in Forum galleries.
9 commentsJay GT4Nov 02, 2023
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RIC 0700 Vespasian denarius IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

Oak wreath (Corona Civica), with legend OB CIVES above, SERVATOS below.

Rome 74 CE
3.01g

RIC 700 (R2)

Ex-Harlen J. Berk from the Curtis Clay Collection (with his ticket) Buy or Bid 224 lot 77, Ex-Gurbules Chicago Show April 1997

RIC cites just two specimens: in Shapwick Villa hoard and a private collection (pl. 6; from different dies). Only one other in Forum galleries (Atherton). A very rare coin.
7 commentsJay GT4Oct 16, 2023
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RIC 1120 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG TR P
Laureate head right

IVDAEA DEVICTA
Palm tree; to left, Judaea standing left, hands bound in front.

Lugdunum; 71 CE, undated

2.88g

RIC 1120 (C); Hendin 6518 (R)

Ex-Atherton (for a few hours) :)

A much sought after and unique Judaea Capta denarius struck at Lyon (Lugdunum) in 71 CE. This example is solid silver with wonderful dark toning and hints of iridescence. The bottom of the letters in IVDAEA can just be made out on the reverse.

The vast majority of these denarii on the market today are plated contemporary forgeries. David Atherton states that nearly 60% of the Devicta coins he's seen in trade are plated. There are no known die links between plated and solid examples. However, because of the sheer amount of plated coins in existance, some have speculated that they are semi-official. The type is very difficult to attain on the market as either a fouree or solid silver. The forthcoming Addenda has changed the frequency from (C) to (R). Thanks to David for helping me secure this fantastic and historical piece!
6 commentsJay GT4Sep 12, 2023
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RIC 1575 (V) Titus QuadransT CAES IMP
Laureate head right

PON TR POT
Winged Caduceus

Rome, 74 CE

2.79g

RIC 1575 (R2)

Ex-Tom Vossen (Netherlands)

Black patina under earthen deposits. This reverse is die matched to RIC 1570 (R3) in my collection (a mule with Vespasian obverse).
5 commentsJay GT4Aug 29, 2023
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RIC 1557 Vespasian denariusIMP CAES VESP AVG PM COS IIII
Laureate head right

VICTORIA AVGVSTI
Victory standing right, crowning standard and holding palm

Antioch, 72-73 CE

3.43g

RIC 1557 (R2); RPC 1929

Ex-Harlen J. Berk Buy or Bid 224 lot 137 from the Curtis Clay Collection with his tag, Ex-Dionysos Feb 2012,

While this type is common for the mint in Rome it is very rare for Antioch, only 2 in Forum galleries (Atherton, Lucas). Nice centering line still visible
8 commentsJay GT4Aug 17, 2023
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RIC 0221 Vespasian sestertiusIMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG P M TR P P P COS III
Laureate head of Vespasian right

VICTORIA AVGVSTI; S C in exergue
Victory standing right, left foot on helmet, inscribing OB / CIV / SERV on shield on palm tree; to right, Judaea seated right.

Rome, 71 CE

18.91g

RIC 221 (C3); Hendin 6538 (C)

Ex-Savoca 169 Blue auction lot 965

A very common but unmolested and honestly worn Judaea Capta sestertius
5 commentsJay GT4Aug 04, 2023
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RIC 1556 Vespasian denariusIMP CAES VESP AVG P M COS IIII
Laureate Head of Vespasian right

VESTA
Vesta standing. left, with simpulum and sceptre

Antioch 72-73 CE

2.96g; 20-21mm

RIC 1556 (R3)

Double struck. Centering line still visible on reverse

Ex-Olympus Auction 4 lot 551 (mistakenly attributed as the common RIC 360 from the Rome mint)

Very rare. RIC cites one example from CNG 61, 25 September 2002, lot 1689. Since then a second example has appeared in the Atherton collection. This is the 3rd known example of the type although not a die match to the other 2 specimens.
7 commentsJay GT4Aug 01, 2023
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RIC 1011 Vespasian IMP CAESAR VESPASIAN COS VIII
Laureate head left

SC
Spes standing left, with flower

Rome, 77-78 CE

RIC 1011 (C)

10.78g

Ex-Londinium pick bin

Pulled this one out of a $10 pick bin. It was covered in a thick dark sticky film but was recognizable as a Flavian. A few dips in acetone and Vespasian came to the surface. Perhaps someone striped the patina at some point and tried repatination. In any case, the coin still toned under the film and now has a chocolate patina. Not so rough in hand. One of the more common coins from the series, yet still relatively scarce.
3 commentsJay GT4Jul 06, 2023
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RIC 0194 Vespasian Cavino aftercastIMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG P M TR P P P COS III
Laureate head of Vespasian right.

ROMA RESVRGES
Vespasian standing on right lifting up kneeling female, helmeted Roma stands behind holding shield, S C in exergue.

Rome, 71 CE for prototype
21.29g

RIC 194 (R2) for original
Klawans 4 // Cf. Johnson & Martini 1550-60

Ex-Ken Dorney; Ex-CNG Auction 533 Lot 742

Nice early cast of a Cavino Renaissance medal
3 commentsJay GT4May 09, 2023
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RIC 0985(V) Titus denariusT CAESAR VESPASIANVS
Laureate head right

IMP XIII
Goatherd, seated left, milking goat left

Rome, July 77-December 79 CE

RIC 985V (R)
3.08g

Ex-Germania Inferior Numismatics

Part of the agrarian series under Vespasian, perhaps promoting a more simpler way of life or the bounty that is provided by the Emperor. This one being minted for Titus. While only listed as Rare in RIC, this type is exceedingly difficult to find in trade, even more so than the one for Vespasian, and is a favorite of collectors. Only 3 others in Forum galleries (orfew, 2 Atherton). Wonderful toning in hand.
6 commentsJay GT4Apr 13, 2023
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RIC 1570 Vespasian quadransIMP VESP AVG
Laureate head left

PON TR POT
Winged caduceus

Rome; 74 CE
2.91g
RIC 1570 (R3)

An official mule using the reverse of Titus. Reverse die matched to RIC 1575 in my gallery.

Ex-Zeus Auction 26 lot 448

Very rare. None in Forum galleries. One on acsearch.
7 commentsJay GT4Feb 27, 2023
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RIC 0431V Titus sestertiusT CAES VESPASIAN IMP PON TR POT COS II
Laureate head right

Titus standing right, with branch and sceptre, in quadriga right. SC in exergue

Rome, 72 CE (second issue)

25.02g

RIC 431V (R); Hendin 6555 (R)

Ex-Senatus Consulto

A rare sestertius depicting the newly returned Titus from the east. He is shown in a quadriga during the Judaea Capta triumph of 72 CE along the Via Sacra in Rome. A true Judaea Capta coin. Much better in hand with a beautiful red/brown patina
8 commentsJay GT4Feb 02, 2023
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RIC 0371 (V) Titus denariusT CAES IMP VESP PON TR POT
Laureate head right

Titus standing right, with branch and sceptre in quadriga right

Rome, 72-73 CE before CENS

3.15g

RIC 371V (R2); Hendin 6513 (RR)

Ex-Kolner

The reverse depicts Titus in Quadriga during the Judaea Capta Triumph held in 71 CE. Issued both in Rome and Antioch, this is a much rarer Rome mint example. Only 3 others in Forum Galleries (1 Atherton, 2 Nemo)
6 commentsJay GT4Dec 19, 2022
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RPC 1937 Vespasian tetradrachmAYTOKPAT KAIΣA OYEΣΠAΣIANOY
Laureate bust of Vespasian, right, with aegis; snake over shoulder

ETOYΣ NEOY IEPOY B (year 2)
Eagle standing right, on thunderbolt; palm branch in right field

Antioch, October 69-September 70 CE

RPC 1937 (4 spec.) Group 1 tetradrachm

11.51g

Ex-Barakat

Group 1 Tetradrachm from Antioch have a distinctly "Alexandrian" style. The dies either engraved by the Alexandrian mint and shipped to Syria or the coins were struck in Alexandria for Syrian distribution. An interesting series and a nice early portrait of Vespasian.
4 commentsJay GT4Nov 10, 2022
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RIC 0496 Titus sestertiusT CAESAR VESPASIAN IMP IIII PON TR POT II COS II
Laureate head right

PAX AVGVSTI SC
Pax standing left with branch and cornucopiae

Rome

1 July 72-June 30, 73 CE

21.57g

RIC 496 (R3) Submitted to Ian Carradice and will be included in the upcoming Addenda


Ex-Incitatus; KC collection; Ex-Emporium Hamburg Alpha Auction 9, lot 291

An extremely rare coin not illustrated in the RIC plates, only citing one example in the Museo Nazionale Roma. None on acsearch or in Forum's galleries. Dare I say second known example? The entire series from 72 is very rare, this perhaps being the rarest.
1 commentsJay GT4Nov 07, 2022
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RPC 1969 Titus tetradrachmΑΥΤΟΚΡ • ΤΙΤΟΣ ΚΑΙΣ ΟΥΕΣΠ
Laureate head of Titus right with Aegis

ΕΤΟΥΣ Γ ΙΕΡΟΥ
eagle standing, left with wreath in beak on caduceus; quiver (?) and bow to r. of eagle's head

Caesarea Maritima

70 CE (Group 6, year3)

14.75g

RPC 1969; McAlee 34, Prieur 142

Rare (5 specimens RPC online) die matched to #5

Ex-Denarius Ringsrud (Norway); Ex. Münzzentrum Köln, auction 43 lot 188, plate p. 32 (27 April 1981).

Part of a small series of tetradrachms struck in Caesarea Maritima shortly after the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 CE.
After its fall, Titus spent three days outside the city handing out rewards and spoils to his troops.

"Then descending with his army to Caesarea Maritima, he there deposited the bulk of his spoils and directed that his prisoners should be kept in custody; for the winter season prevented his sailing for Italy" (Josephus)

It has been suggested this series of tetradrachms was struck during Titus' time in Caesaera. The style is fairly crude and is similar to other bronze coins attributed to Caesarea Maritima. Silver quality is not standardized, which gives evidence of a military issue. Being stuck just days or weeks after the fall of Jerusalem, surely these were part of the rewards Titus distributed to the troops.

Thanks to David Atherton for additional info.
3 commentsJay GT4Oct 14, 2022
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RIC 0784 Titus denariusT CAESAR IMP VESPASIAN
Laureate head right

PONTIF TR P COS IIII
Securitas seated left, head resting on raised arm

Rome, 75 CE

2.68g

RIC 784 (R2)

A very rare denarius for Titus with Securitas on the reverse. Often times this coin is mistaken for the common Pax reverse. The difference is in the position of the deities head resting on her arm. The pose is most likely taken from a cult statue of the goddess.
4 commentsJay GT4Oct 12, 2022
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RIC 1265 (V) Titus DupondiusT CAES IMP AVG F TR P COS VI CENSOR
Laureate head right

SECVRITAS AVGVSTI SC
Securitas seated right, head resting on raised arm, with sceptre; to right alter.

Lugdunum, 77-78 CE

11.03g

RIC 1265 Vespasian (R)

Ex-C. Euston from an old mid 20th century German collection with original envelope

Nice glossy brown patina with a handsome portrait.

Part of a huge issue of bronze/brass coinage struck by Vespasian in 77-78 CE in Lugdunum, modern day Lyon. This being one of the rarities. Only 2 in Forum galleries (Atherton, Alberto)

1 commentsJay GT4Sep 30, 2022
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RIC 1074 Titus denariusT CAESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head left

TR POT VIII COS VII
Quadriga left with flower

Rome, 79 CE to June 24

3.07g

RIC 1074V (R)

Ex-Classic World Coins (Switzerland)

Although only rated as Rare, this coin with the left facing portrait has been elusive in the market place. Only one example in Forum galleries (Atherton, ex-Sneh). One other example on acsearch, die matched to this specimen.
5 commentsJay GT4Aug 24, 2022
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RPC 1968 TitusΑΥΤΟΚΡ ΤΙΤΟΣ ΚΑΙΣ ΟΥΕΣΠ
Laureate head right with aegis

ΕΤΟΥΣ Γ ΙΕΡΟΥ
Eagle standing left with wreath in beak on palm branch; club in left field

Caesarea Maritima

70 CE (Group 6, year3)

14.25g

RPC 1968/2 (this coin); McAlee 380 (this coin) noted as "MC" (My coin) from his own collection; Prieur 141,

A rare coin!

Ex-CGB: Ex-McAlee plate coin from his own collection; Ex-Empire 3, May 5th 1985; ex-Schulten, Nov 8, 1982, lot 301)

Part of a small series of tetradrachms struck in Caesarea Maritima shortly after the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 CE.
After its fall, Titus spent three days outside the city handing out rewards and spoils to his troops.

"Then descending with his army to Caesarea Maritima, he there deposited the bulk of his spoils and directed that his prisoners should be kept in custody; for the winter season prevented his sailing for Italy" (Josephus)

It has been suggested this series of tetradrachms was struck during Titus' time in Caesaera. The style is fairly crude and is similar to other bronze coins attributed to Caesarea Maritima. Silver quality is not standardized, which gives evidence of a military issue. Being stuck just days or weeks after the fall of Jerusalem, surely these were part of the rewards Titus distributed to the troops.

Thanks to David Atherton for additional info.
1 commentsJay GT4Aug 13, 2022
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RPC 1965 Vespasian TetradrachmΑΥΤΟΚΡ ΚΑΙΣ ΟΥΕΣΠΑΣΙΑΝ
Laureate bust of Vespasian right with aegis

ETOYΣ Γ IEPOY
Eagle standing left with wreath in beak on palm branch; club in left field

Caesarea Maritima mint, 70-71 CE

13.63g
RPC 1965 (1 spec.). Prieur 129.

Ex-Cgb

Rare. Only two others in Forum galleries (Atherton, Alberto)

Part of a small series of tetradrachms struck in Caesarea Maritima shortly after the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 CE.
After its fall, Titus spent three days outside the city handing out rewards and spoils to his troops.

"Then descending with his army to Caesarea Maritima, he there deposited the bulk of his spoils and directed that his prisoners should be kept in custody; for the winter season prevented his sailing for Italy" (Josephus)

It has been suggested this series of tetradrachms was struck during Titus' time in Caesaera. The style is fairly crude, although this specimen has a wonderful portrait, and is similar to other bronze coins attributed to Caesarea Maritima. Silver quality is not standardized, which gives evidence of a military issue. Being stuck just days or weeks after the fall of Jerusalem, surely these were part of the rewards Titus distributed to the troops.

Thanks to David Atherton for additional info.
8 commentsJay GT4Jul 13, 2022
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RIC 0857 (V) Titus AureusT CAESAR IMP VESPASIAN
Laureate head of Titus right

COS V
Cow (heifer)standing right

Rome, 76 CE

6.84g

RIC 857 (C)

EX-Stephen Album Auction 43 lot 69

It has been proposed that the cow depicted on this type is one of the famous statues by the fifth century BCE Greek sculptor Myron. Myron's statues were brought to Rome by Augustus and were placed in the temple of Apollo on the Palatine in 28 BCE. Vespasian moved them to the new Temple of Pax that he began constructing in 71 CE, to celebrate the end of the Jewish War.

17 commentsJay GT4Jun 02, 2022
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RPC 2405 Vespasian TetradrachmAYT TIT ΦΛAYI OYEΣΠAΣIAN KAIΣ
Head of Vespasian, laureate, right, date LA before neck

ΦΛΑΥΙ ΟΥΕΣΠΑΣΙΑΝΟΣ ΚΑΙΣ
Laureate and cuirassed bust of Titus right with gorgoneion on breast plate

Alexandria, Egypt
1 July - 28 Aug 69 CE

11.77g

RPC 2405 (6 spec.) Rare!

Ex-CNG e-auction 514, lot 335

The Roman legions in Alexandria proclaimed Vespasian emperor on 1 July 69 CE. This coin was struck within the two months before the Egyptian new year began on 29 August 69 CE. A fairly rare type that doesn't come to market often compared with year 2 coins.
6 commentsJay GT4May 05, 2022
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RIC 1508 Vespasian Æ20IMP CAESAR VESPASIAN AVGVST
Laureate head right

PON MAX TR P P P COS VIII CENS; S C low in field
Caduceus, winged, between crossed cornucopiae

Uncertain Asia Minor; "O" mint? Ephesus?

77-78 CE

3.75g; 20mm

RIC 1508 (R2); RPC 1477A (3 specimens)

Ex-Pavlos S. Pavlou

An incredible series from an unknown Eastern mint. Even the denominations are uncertain and classified in RIC as 1. (Large) 11g; 2 (Medium) 8g; 3 (Medium-small)3.5-4g; 4 (Small) 2.5g. RIC simply calls them Mint(s) of Asia Minor (uncertain: Ephesus?) While M. Grant links them to the mysterious "O" mint. Either way, all the bronze coins from this issue are fairly rare. Only 3 specimens in RPC online and 1 in the David Atherton collection of this type.
4 commentsJay GT4Apr 08, 2022
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RIC 1475 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

FIDES PVBL
Hands clasped over caduceus, two poppies and two corn ears

Unknown Eastern "O" mint
76 CE

3.06g

RIC 1475 (R)

Ex-Prados
3 commentsJay GT4Mar 29, 2022
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RIC 0809 (V) Titus QuinariusT CAESAR IMP VESPASIAN
Laureate head right

VICTORIA AVGVST
Victory seated left with wreath and palm

Rome, 75 CE?

1.47g

RIC 809 (R3) die matched to the Sneh coin
Legends begin from high left.

Ex-ANE

From RIC:
"Assigned to this year because there are no dated quinarii of 75, and the appearance of either AVGVST or AVGVSTI on the reverse suggests transition between the earlier series, up to 74 (with AVGVSTI) and later series, 76 onwards (with AVGVST).
6 commentsJay GT4Feb 26, 2022
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RIC 0823 VespasianIMP CAESAR VESP AVG COS VI
Laureate head right

SC
Spes standing left with flower

Rome, 75 CE

8.97g

RIC 823 (R)

Ex-Francesco Turi
1 commentsJay GT4Jan 26, 2022
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RIC 1268 (V) Titus Æ AsT CAES IMP AVG F TR P COS VI CENSOR
Laureate head right

IVDAEA CAPTA SC
Palm tree; Judaea seated right; to left of tree, arms

Lugdunum (Lyon), 77-8 CE

8.15g

RIC 1268 Vespasian (C2)

Ex-Sarl Numis 31 France

A common but important type. Minted 8 years after the conquest of Judea by Titus. A reminder of Titus' military prowess and his place as his father's successor.
1 commentsJay GT4Jan 06, 2022
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RIC 0938 VespasianIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
laureate head left

COS VIII
Mars standing left, holding spear and trophy

Rome, 77-8 CE

3.30g

RIC 938 (C)

Ex-NBS web auction 9 lot 1544
7 commentsJay GT4Dec 21, 2021
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RIC 1477A Vespasian DenariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Head of Vespasian, laureate, r., a small 'o' mint mark below neck

PON MAX TR P COS VII (from high l.)
Winged caduceus

Unknown "O" mint, 76 CE
3.04g

RIC 1477A (R3)

Ted Buttrey has assigned it 1477A in the upcoming RIC II.1 Addenda.

A unique specimen of the caduceus type from the rare and mysterious 'O' mint. This rare variant has the reverse legend starting from the upper left, all other known examples start from the lower right.

Currently 3 on Forum, 2 in my own gallery and 1 in David Atherton's. All double die matched.


Ex-Pelham Coins
4 commentsJay GT4Nov 16, 2021
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RIC 0245 Vespasian sestertius IMP CAES VESPAS AVG PM TR PPP COS III
Laureate head right

SALVS AVGVSTA SC
Salus seated left with patera and sceptre

Rome, 71 CE

23.15g

RIC 245 (C2)

Glossy red/brown patina in hand

Ex-Calgary Coin
3 commentsJay GT4Oct 31, 2021
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RIC 0244 Vespasian SestertiusIMP CAES VESPAS AVG PM TR PPP COS III
Laureate head right

ROMA SC
Roma standing left, with Victory and Spear

Rome, 71 CE

25.08g

RIC 244 (C2)

Ex-Calgary Coin
2 commentsJay GT4Oct 31, 2021
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RPC 1955 Vespasian TetradrachmΑΥΤΟΚΡΑ ΟΥΕϹΠΑϹΙΑΝΟϹ ΚΑΙϹΑΡ ϹƐΒΑϹΤΟϹ
Laureate head right

ƐΤΟΥϹ ΝƐΟΥ ΙƐΡΟΥ Γ
Eagle with wreath in beak standing left, on club.; in left field, palm branch

Antioch, Syria

70-71 CE (Group 4, year 3)

14.46g; 30mm

RPC 1955; 12 specimens.
A scarcer type

Ex-Barakat

Minted just after the destruction of Jerusalem.

Fine style Syrian portrait in good silver. Nice toning in hand.

8 commentsJay GT4Sep 03, 2021
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RIC 1185 VespasianIMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM TR P P P COS IIII
Laureate head right

T IMP AVG F COS II CAESAR DOMITIANVS AVG F COS DESG II SC
Titus and Domitian standing front, each with spear and parazonium

Lugdunum (Lyons); 72 CE

25.00g

RIC 1185 (R2) very rare, only 2 on acsearch.

Ex-Roma e-Sale 87 lot 729 From the Antonio Carmona Collection. Improperly attributed to RIC 1186

Old cleaning scratches not as pronounced in hand. The lighting makes them appear deeper than they are.
5 commentsJay GT4Aug 06, 2021
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RIC 0556 (V) Titus denarius T CAES IMP VESP CENS
Laureate head right

PONTIF TRI POT
Titus seated right on curule chair, with sceptre and branch

Rome, 73 CE

2.69g

RIC 556 (C), (Vespasian)

Ex-Aegean

4 commentsJay GT4Jun 04, 2021
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RPC 1938 Vespasian TetradrachmAYTOKPAT KAIΣA OYEΣΠAΣIANOY
Laureate Head of Vespasian right

ETOYΣ NEOY IEPOY B
Eagle standing right, on thunderbolt; in right field, palm branch

Antioch, Syria; 69-70 CE
Group 1 year 2

14.34g

RPC 1938 (3 spec.). Prieur 105 (6 spec.). Rare

Nice toning with some encrustations remaining

Group 1 Tetradrachm from Antioch with distinctly "Alexandrian" style. The dies either engraved by the Alexandrian mint and shipped to Syria or the coins were struck in Alexandria for Syrian distribution. An interesting series.
4 commentsJay GT4May 05, 2021
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RIC 0454 (V) Titus Æ AsT CAES VESPASIAN IMP P TR P COS II
Laureate head right

VICTORIA NAVALIS SC
Victory standing right on prow, with wreath and palm

Second issue

Rome, 72 CE

9.54g


RIC 454 Vespasian (R)

Ex-Heiler AE-Collections

Nice green patina and not as rough in hand.

Perhaps struck to commemorate the naval "battle" on the Sea of Galilee during the Jewish revolt.
6 commentsJay GT4Mar 26, 2021
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RIC 1268 (V) Titus Æ As SOLD!T CAES IMP AVG F TR P COS VI CENSOR
Laureate head right

IVDAEA CAPTA SC
Palm tree; Judaea seated right; to left of tree, arms

Lugdunum (Lyon), 77-8 CE

8.81g

RIC 1268 Vespasian (C2)

Ex-Incitatus

A common but important type. Minted 8 years after the conquest of Judea by Titus. A reminder of Titus' military prowess and his place as his father's successor.

Sold to Calgary Coin April 2022
9 commentsJay GT4Mar 18, 2021
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RIC 1161 VespasianIMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG COS III
Laureate head right

AEQVITAS AVGVSTI SC
Aequitas standing left with scales and rod

Lugdunum (Lyons), 71 CE

10.16g

RIC 1161 (R)

Ex-Forum
6 commentsJay GT4Mar 14, 2021
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RIC 1065 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

TR POT X COS VIIII
Statue of radiate male figure with spear and parazonium, on rostral column

Rome, 79 CE to June 24

3.47g

RIC 1065 (R)

From the Tareq Hani collection, Ex-Savoca 95th Silver auction lot 504
5 commentsJay GT4Feb 22, 2021
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RIC 0159 Vespasian SestertiusIMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM TR P P P COS III
Laureate head right

IVDAEA CAPTA SC (in exergue)
Palm tree; to left, captive standing right; to right, Judaea seated right on cuirass; both figures surrounded by arms

Rome, 71 CE

24.22g; 36mm

RIC 159 (C3)

Ex-Incitatus


A common but sought after historical type on a large flan. Not quite as rough as appears in photo. In hand the IV of "IVDAEA" is visible. An unmolested sestertius.
3 commentsJay GT4Dec 18, 2020
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RIC 0167 Vespasian SestertiusIMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM TR P P P COS III
Laureate head right

IVDAEA CAPTA SC in exergue
Palm tree; to left Vespasian standing right with spear and parazonium, foot on helmet; to right Judaea seated right

Rome, 71 CE

22.69g; 32mm

RIC 167 (C3)

Ex-Ritter (mis-attributed as RIC 159; two captives)

A decent example of a common but sought after type. Nice big coin with major devices visible. Better in hand.
3 commentsJay GT4Dec 16, 2020
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RPC 2402 Vespasian TetradrachmVT TIT ΦΛAVI OYEΣΠAΣIAN KAIΣ
Laureate head right, LA (year 1) lower right

Nike (Victory) flying left, raising wreath in extended right hand,
palm frond in left hand;

Alexandria, Egypt

1 July - 28 Aug 69 CE

11.44g

RPC 2402; Emmett 205/1 (R1)

Ex-Forum from the Errett Bishop Collection

The Roman legions in Alexandria proclaimed Vespasian emperor on 1 July 69 A.D. This coin was struck within the two months before the Egyptian new year began on 29 August 69 A.D. A fairly rare type that doesn't come to market often compared with year 2 coins.
4 commentsJay GT4Nov 30, 2020
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RIC 0777 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

PON MAX TR P COS VI
Victory standing left on prow, with wreath and palm

Rome 75 CE

2.97g

RIC 777 (C2)

Ex-Coin Cabinet

Listed as common but they have been difficult to find lately.
6 commentsJay GT4Nov 18, 2020
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RIC 0681 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESP AVG
Laureate head right

COS V
Laurel trees upright

Rome 74 CE
3.03g

RIC 681 (R)

Antiquarian type copying the denarius of Octavian
8 commentsJay GT4Nov 18, 2020
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RIC 0950 (V) TitusT CAESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head of Titus right.

COS VI
Prow of galley right, sides ornameted with intricate cross-hatch and maeander patterns; above, star with sixteen rays.

Rome, 77-78 CE

3.25g

RIC 950 Vespasian (R);

Reverse copied from a Mark Antony denarius

Ex: Incitatus Coins; Ex-Andrew Short Collection
6 commentsJay GT4Nov 05, 2020
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RIC 0680 (V) Domitian denariusCAES AVG F DOMIT COS II
Laureate head of Domitian right

No legend
Domitian on horseback prancing left, right hand raised, holding human-headed (helmet) sceptre in left

Rome 73 CE

3.40g

RIC 680 Vespasian (C); Sear 2627

Ex-CNG eAuction 478 lot 395; Ex-Benito collection Ramon Saenz Heredia y Alonso

The reverse depicts Domitian participating in the Judaea Capta triumph of 71 A.D. He is, as Josephus described him, riding alongside in magnificent apparel and mounted on a horse that was itself a site worth seeing.
8 commentsJay GT4Nov 03, 2020
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RIC 0948 (V) Titus DenariusT CAESAR IMP VESPASIANVS
Laureate head right

COS VI
Mars standing left with spear and trophy

Rome 77-8 CE

2.8g

RIC 948 Vespasian (C)

Ex-Cameleon coin
5 commentsJay GT4Oct 14, 2020
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RIC 0974 (V) Titus denariusT CAESAR VESPASIANVS
Laureate head of Titus right

CERES AVGVST
Ceres standing left holding corn-ears and long torch

Rome 78-79 CE

2.72g

RIC 974 Vespasian (R); Sear 2437

Only seven specimens in Reka Devnia hoard
1 commentsJay GT4Aug 29, 2020
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RIC 0853 Vespasian DenariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Bare head left

PON MAX TR P COS VII
Pax seated left with branch

Rome 76 CE

3.12g

RIC 853 (R2)

Ex-Ancient Treasures

A very rare issue with bare head rather than the usual laureate.

5 commentsJay GT4Jun 29, 2020
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RIC 0023 VespasianIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

COS ITER TR POT
Mars advancing right wiht spear and aquila

Rome, January- June 70 CE

RIC 23 (C)

3.36g

Ex-Gert Boersema; Ex-Col. Franz Pouwel, Netherlands

Early portrait style
10 commentsJay GT4Apr 10, 2020
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RIC 0992 Vespasian SestertiusIMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG P M TR P P P COS VIII
Laureate head right

PAX AVGVSTI SC
Pax standing left with branch and cornucopiae

Rome 77-78 CE
24.25g

RIC 992 (R2)

Ex-Calgary coin from an old collection in Ottawa
6 commentsJay GT4Oct 26, 2019
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RIC 0776 VespasianIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG.
Laureate head right.

PON MAX TR P COS VI.
Victory standing left upon cista mystica, holding wreath and palm frond; coiled serpent to left and right.

Rome 75 CE

3.25g

RIC² 776 (R).
Only 5 specimens in the Reka Devnia hoard


Minted in Rome but likely intended for circulation in the East. The reverse copies the earlier quinarii of Augustus and the Cistophoric tetradrachms of Ephesus.

Ex-Barakat
5 commentsJay GT4Jul 25, 2019
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RIC 0539 (V) variant Domitian denariusCAES AV DOMIT COS II
Laureate head right

Domitian on horse left; right hand raised, sceptre in left

Rome? 73 CE

3.34g

RIC 539 Vespasian (R2) variant?: Missing G and F in legend.

Ex-Barakat

Stylistically this coin resembles some others of this type but without the legend errors. The fabric is similar to those from Antioch. Is this an ancient imitation or perhaps an apprentice cut the legend? Or is it an unknown type from Antioch?
5 commentsJay GT4Jun 28, 2019
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RIC 0554 (V) TitusT CAES IMP VESP CENS
Laureate bust right

PONTIF MAXIM
Vespasian seated right on curule chair, with sceptre and branch

Rome, 73 CE

RIC 554 (R) (Vespasian) A mule with reverse type of Vespasian

3.03g

Ex-Barakat
7 commentsJay GT4Jun 19, 2019
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RIC 0686 VespasianIMP CAESAR VESP AVG
Laureate head right

PONTIF MAXIM
Winged cauduceus

Rome, 74 CE

3.21g

RIC 686 (R)

Ex-Barakat
6 commentsJay GT4Jun 07, 2019
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RIC 1579 (V) DomitianCAESAR DOMIT COS II
Laureate head left

SC
in laurel wreath

Rome, 74 AD

5.63g

RIC 1579 Vespasian (C)

Ex-Inumis Paris

A scarce coin with a fantastic portrait and lovely patina. David Atherton notes the portrait is in fine Roman style while the reverse resembles a more local "Antiochine" style.
8 commentsJay GT4Mar 18, 2019
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RIC 1407 Vespasian Eastern DenariusIMP CAES VESPAS AVG
Laureate head of Vespasian right

PACI ORB TERR AVG
Turreted and draped female bust right below, horizontal Φ

Ephesus, 69-70 AD

3.23g


RIC V1407 (R); RPC 813

Rare

Ex-T.C. collection, Ex-Calgary Coin.

The Flavians as bringers of peace to the world.

New photo
8 commentsJay GT4Feb 13, 2019
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RIC 1477A Vespasian denarius SOLD!IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Head of Vespasian, laureate, r., a small 'o' mint mark below neck

PON MAX TR P COS VII (from high l.)
Winged caduceus

Unknown "O" mint, 76 AD
3.17g

RIC 1477A (R3)

Ex-Numismatica Prados

Ted Buttrey has assigned it 1477A in the upcoming RIC II.1 Addenda.

A unique specimen of the caduceus type from the rare and mysterious 'O' mint. This rare variant has the reverse legend starting from the upper left, all other known examples start from the lower right. Die matched to David Atherton's example and purchased through his recommendation.


Currently 3 on Forum, 2 in my own gallery and 1 in David Atherton's. All double die matched.

SOLD! Forum Auction Dec 2021

8 commentsJay GT4Feb 01, 2019
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RIC 1542 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

VIRTVS AVGVST
Virtus standing right, left foot on prow, with spear and parazonium

Antioch, 70 AD
3.24g

RIC 1542 (R2);RPC 1916 (5 spec.)

Ex-Noble Roman Coins

Ragged flan typical for the Antioch series. A very rare type!
9 commentsJay GT4Dec 27, 2018
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RIC 1399 var. Vespasian denariusIMP CAES VESPAS AVG
Laureate head right

AVG within laurel wreath, ΘI monogram above ties.

Ephesus mint. AD 69-70.

2.63g

RIC 1399 unlisted variant (laurel wreath rather than oak) this coin, footnote in the upcoming RIC II addenda ; RPC 808; RSC 37.

Ex Gorny & Mosch 152 (10 October 2006), lot 2071; Ex-Cheesman collection; Ex-CNG 433 Lot 379
10 commentsJay GT4Dec 14, 2018
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RIC 0961 (V) Domitian denariusCAESAR AVG F DOMITIANVS
Laureate head of Domitian right

COS V
Wolf and twins; in exergue boat

Rome, 77-78 AD

3.45g

RIC 961 Vespasian (C2)

Ex-Calgary Coin
5 commentsJay GT4Oct 27, 2018
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RIC 0247 Vespasian sestertiusIMP CAES VESPAS AVF TR P P P COS III
Laureate head of Vespasian right

SC in field
Mars advancing right with spear and trophy

Rome, 71 CE

26.95g

RIC 247 (C2)

Kraay counted 12 reverse dies used for this obverse type.

Ex-Calgary Coin; Ex-CNG e-Auction 336 lot 256

Some old cleaning scratches in fields
10 commentsJay GT4Oct 27, 2018
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RIC 1445 (V) Domitian Ephesus denariusDOMITIANVS CAESAR AVG
Bare-headed and cuirassed bust of Domitian to right, wearing aegis.

AVG and mint mark EPE within oak wreath.

Ephesus 71 AD

3.28g

RIC 1445 Vespasian (R). RPC 846.
7 commentsJay GT4Oct 12, 2018
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RPC 1950 Vespasian TetradrachmAYTOKPAT KAIΣA OVEΣΠAΣIANOY
Laureate head right

ETOYΣ Δ IEPOY
Eagle standing to left on club; palm branch in field.

Dated "New Holy Year" 4, AD 71-72

Antioch, Seleucis and Pieria

10.47g

Prieur 116; McAlee 338; RPC 1950

Ex-Zurqieh

Glossy black patina
10 commentsJay GT4May 29, 2018
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RIC 1559 Vespasian Antioch denariusIMP CAES VESP AVG P M COS IIII
Laureate head right

Vespasian standing right with branch and sceptre in Quadriga right

Antioch, 72/3 AD

3.24g

RIC 1559 (C)

Ex-Sphinx Numismatics

Struck on a tight flan which is typical of the Antioch issues.
3 commentsJay GT4Jan 11, 2018
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RIC 0021 Vespasian DenariiusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
laureate head right

COS ITER TR POT
Aequitas standing left holding scales and sceptre

Rome 70 AD

3.51g

RIC II 21 (C), BMC 17, RSC 94a, Sear 2284


Another early portrait that has Vitellius' features.

New Photo
5 commentsJay GT4Dec 26, 2017
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RIC 0847 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

COS VII
Eagle standding front on garlanded base, thunderbolt in claws, wings open, head left

Rome, 76 AD

3.5g

RIC 847 (C2)

Ex-Calgary Coin, Ex-RM collection,
7 commentsJay GT4Sep 29, 2017
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RIC 1495 (V) Domitian denarius CAESAR AVG F DOMITIANVS
Laureate head right

FIDES PVBL
Hands clasped over caduceus, two poppies and two corn ears

Uncertain eastern "O" mint

76 AD

3.21g

RIC 1495 Vespasian (R)

Ex-Den of Antiquity; Ex-TC collection, Ex-Calgary Coin
9 commentsJay GT4Jun 24, 2017
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RIC 1554 Vespasian denariusIMP CAES VESP AVG PM COS IIII
Laureate head right

CONCORDIA AVGVSTI
Concordia seated left with patera and cornucopiae

Antioch, 72-73 AD

3.11g

RIC 1554 (R2)
9 commentsJay GT4May 18, 2017
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RIC 1496 (V) Domitian denariusCAESAR AVG F DOMITIANVS
laureate head right, small 'o' below neck truncation

PON MAX TR P COS IIII
winged caduceus.

Uncertain eastern "O" mint
76 AD

3.24g

RIC II 1496 Vespasian (R2); BMCRE II, 489; RSC II, 369; RPC II, 1469.

Apart from the COS IIII, these titles are appropriate for Vespasian, not Domitian as Caesar

7 commentsJay GT4May 10, 2017
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RIC 0190 Vespasian AE Sestertius.IMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM TR PPP COS III
Laureate head of Vespasian right

ROMA
Roma standing left holding Victory and spear

Rome 71 AD

23.61g

RIC II 190 (C3);

From the Enrico collection
2 commentsJay GT4May 05, 2017
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RIC 0369 Titus denariusT CAES IMP VESP PON TR POT
Laureate head of Titus right

Titus sanding right, left foot on helmet, holding spear and parazonium, Palm tree before him at foot of which Judaea, as a mourning captive, is seated right, on ground

Rome 72 CE
3.32g

RIC II 369 (R2); Hendin 6512 (RR)

Ex-Canadian Coin

The reverse celebrates the success of Vespasian and Titus in quelling the First Jewish Revolt. Although there is no "Judea Capta" inscription on the reverse, the iconography says it all. A much rarer Rome mint denarius compared to the Antioch issue.

Wildwinds example
4 commentsJay GT4Apr 21, 2017
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RIC 1560 (V) Titus Antioch DenariusT CAES IMP VESP PON TR POT
Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right.

CONCORDIA AVGVSTI.
Concordia seated left on throne, holding patera.

Antioch, 72-73 AD
3.42g

RIC 1560 Vespasian (R2); RPC II 1932 (5 spec.); RSC 44.

Ex-TC collection; ex-Tom Vossen
6 commentsJay GT4Apr 15, 2017
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RIC 0356 Vespasian denariusIMP CAES VESP AVG P M COS IIII
Laureate head of Vespasian right.

AVGVR TRI POT
Simpulum, sprinkler, jug, and lituus (Priestly implements).

Rome 72-73 AD

2.51g

RIC II: 356 (C3)

Ex-ANE
3 commentsJay GT4Apr 12, 2017
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RIC 0909 (V) Titus DupondiusT CAESAR IMP COS V
Radiate head right

FELICITAS PVBLICA
Felicitas, wearing long dress and cloak, standing facing, diademed head turned left, holding cornucopiae in her left hand, laurel branch in her raised right hand. SC in field

Rome, 76 AD

12.17g

RIC 909 Vespasian (R)

Rare.

Ex-ANE

Gemini notes: "COS V bronzes of Titus are scarce: only one such As, no dupondii or sestertii, in the BM collection by 1976."
7 commentsJay GT4Mar 16, 2017
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RIC 1416 Vespasian Ephesus denariusIMP CAESAR VESPAS AVG COS II TR PPP
Laureate Head of Vespasian right

CONCORDIA AVG
Ceres seated left, holding poppy with ears of corn and cornucopia BY in exergue

Ephesus, 70 AD

3.31g

RPC 824; RIC 1416 (R2)

Ex- TC collection; Ex-Calgary Coin
3 commentsJay GT4Mar 09, 2017
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RIC 1457 Vespasian Ephesus denariusIMP CAESAR VESPAS AVG COS V TR P P P
Laureate head right

PACI AVGVSTAE
Victory advancing right, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm across left shoulder, annulet at lower left, at lower right, star.

Ephesus 74 AD.

3.01g


RIC 1457 (C); RPC 853; RCV 2271 var

Ex-Sphinx Numismatics
6 commentsJay GT4Mar 09, 2017
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RIC 1081 (V) Domitian DenariusCAESAR AVG F DOMITIANVS COS VI
Laureate head right

PRINCEPS IVVENTVTIS
Clasped hands holding legionary eagle set on prow.

Rome 79 AD

3.48g

RIC II 1081 Vespasian(C2); BMCRE 269 Vespasian; RSC 393.

Ex-ANE, Ex-Ancient Treasures (2002)
6 commentsJay GT4Mar 09, 2017
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RIC 0941 Vespasian denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right

COS VIII
Prow of galley right, star above.

Rome 77-8 AD

3.39g

RIC II 941 (C); BMCRE 210; RSC 136.

Rated common but tough to find on the market.

Ex-ANE, Ex-Ancient Treasures.

This reverse type copied from aurei and denarii of Ahenobarbus struck for Mark Antony in 40 BC, Crawford 521 .
9 commentsJay GT4Feb 20, 2017
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RIC 0841 Vespasian denarius IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
Laureate head right.

COS VII
Bull standing right.

Rome, 76 AD.

3.21g

RIC II 841 (C)

Scarce

The cow that appears on this coin is generally thought to be one of the famous statues by the fifth century Greek  sculptor Myron. This statue went  on to adorned the Temple of Pax (later the Forum Pacis), built by Vespasian to celebrate the end of the Jewish War. Myron's statues were brought to Rome by Octavian and were originally placed in the temple of Apollo on the Palatine, which he dedicated in 28 B.C. Vespasian moved them to the new Temple of Pax that he began building in 71 AD. 

Ex-Numisantique

6 commentsJay GT4Feb 08, 2017
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RIC 0937 Vespasian Mars denariusIMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG
laureate head right

COS VIII
Mars standing left, holding spear and trophy

Rome, 77-8 CE

2.97g

RIC II 937 (C2) ; RSC 125

Amazing iridescent rainbow toning.

Ex-Ancient treasures

8 commentsJay GT4Jan 10, 2017
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