VESPASIAN AR DENARIUS - "IVDAEA"
Hendin 6509, RIC 2, RSC 226, Very Fine / Good Fine, 17.9mm, 3.17 grams, Struck Circa. 69/70 C.E. Rome Mint
Obverse: IMP CAESAR VESPASIANVS AVG around laureate head of Vespasian to right
Reverse: Jewess sits on the ground to right in attitude of mourning, Roman trophy behind, IVDAEA in exergue
Nicely centered Jewess and trophy and BOLD, CLEAR Ivdaea legend. Struck on quality metal!
An important historic coin commemorating the Roman victory over Judaea and Jerusalem.
Ex: Dalia Collection, NJ
