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Vitellius – Hand-Struck Bronze Sestertius Replica
38,50 €
Hand-Struck (Hammered) – Bronze Æ Roman Empire Sestertius (34.5mm, 29.16g.) Vitellius, Rome mint, struck 69 A.D. References: RIC I 141; BMCRE 58; Cohen 79; Cf. Gerhard Hirsch Nachfolger, Auction 261, lot 593 (Biblioth 104). Individually hammered using traditional striking techniques to capture the weight, texture, and character of ancient originals.
✔ Solid bronze (Æ)
✔ Hand-struck, not cast or machine-pressed
✔ Historically accurate legends & iconography
✔ Each piece is unique by design
✔ Museum-quality replica for collectors and study
Photos show a previously struck coin. The coin you receive may vary slightly in shape, centering and surface appearance. Ships within 3 business days.
Struck in 69 A.D., the Year of the Four Emperors. Vitellius invoked Mars for support against Otho after, according to Tacitus, he was brought the sword of Julius Caesar taken from the temple Mars, signifying he had been elected emperor by the consent of both armies of Germany.
DESIGN:
Obverse side
Laureate and draped bust right
Legend:
A VITELLIVS GERMAN IMP AVG PM TR
Reverse side
Mars advancing right, carrying spear and trophy
Legend:
S-C
A perfect choice for Numismatists, Historians, Military Veterans, Collectors.
| Weight | 29,2 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 34,5 mm |
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