Roman Empire (Ancient, 27 BC - 476 AD)
Vespasian. AE Sestertius (24.76 g), AD 69-79. Judaea Capta type. Rome, AD 71. Obverse: IMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM TR PPP COS III, laureate head of Vespasian right. Reverse: IVDAEA CAPTA; SC in exergue, palm tree; mourning Jewess sits to right of palm; to left Vespasian stands right in military dress with spear and parazonium, left foot on helmet. Hendin 1504; RIC II, 167. Popular and always in demand. Chocolate brown patina. Very Fine. Estimated Value $2,000