The Twelve Caesars Vespasian Gold Aureus 69-79AD Rome mint
£5,500.00
The Twelve Caesars Vespasian Gold Aureus 69-79AD Rome mint
19mm, 7.26g
The reverse shows emperor standing left, being crowned with a laurel wreath by a winged figure of Victory.
Vespasian, one of The Twelve Caesars, was the fourth, and last emperor, in the Year of the Four Emperors, 69AD. He was the founder of the Flavian dynasty that ruled the Empire for 27 years.
Excellent portrait and details to both obverse and reverse, scarce left facing bust.
Provenance will be provided.
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