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Vespasian, 69-79 As Lugdunum circa 77-78, Æ 28.5mm., 9.83g. Laureate head r., with small globe at truncation. Rev. Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus: statues of Jupiter, Minerva, and Juno (the Capitoline Triad) within hexastyle temple with sculptural decoration along roofline and in pediment. C 489. RIC 1239.

Scarse. Attractive dark green patina, Very Fine.



The temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus (Best and Greatest) sat on the Capitoline Hill at the head of the Roman Forum. Although dedicated to the Capitoline Triad (Jupiter, Juno, and Minerva), the temple became associated with Jupiter alone.