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Vespasian. AD 69-79. Æ As (27mm, 11.63 g, 5h). Rome mint. Struck AD 76. Laureate head right / Aequitas standing left, holding scales and pertica. RIC II 890. Near VF, green patina, areas of minor porosity.
The basic attributes of Aequitas are scales and the measuring rod, called a pertica. The Roman Imperial propaganda of this reverse type conveys the message that financial issues are being handled responsibly and fairly.
The basic attributes of Aequitas are scales and the measuring rod, called a pertica. The Roman Imperial propaganda of this reverse type conveys the message that financial issues are being handled responsibly and fairly.