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Vespasian. AD 69-79. Æ As (29.5mm, 11.73 g, 6h). Rome mint. Struck AD 71. Laureate head right / Aequitas standing left, holding scales and pertica (measuring rod). RIC II 287. VF, green surfaces.
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.