Roman Empire (Ancient, 27 BC - 476 AD)
Vespasian. AE Sestertius (25.37 g), AD 69-79. Judaea Capta type. Rome, AD 71. Obverse: IMP CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM PPP COS III, laureate head of Vespasian right. Reverse: VICTORIA AVGVSTI; SC in exergue, palm tree; mourning Jewess sits on right, Victory stands on left with left foot on helmet, inscribing a shield set on tree. Hendin 1508; RIC 221; BN 151. Uniform steel-brown patina. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $2,500