Vespasian Dupondius: Flava'-Flavian

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circusmax120 Valued Member United States 319 Posts	Posted 02/23/2022 2:45 pm Okay, there is no evidence that Vespasian could put together a decent Roman rap, but he certainly would have had a good laugh at such a suggestion. It is said [by Suetonius] that an Imperial Groupie managed to entice 4000 gold pieces from the Emperor. When his accountant asked him how he wants the expense entered in the books, Vespasian answered, "Charge it as passion for Vespasian." Such attributions make this emperor the most "human" of all Roman rulers. I have been trying to collect the Flavians for some time now. Aside from the cost of the larger denominations, my task was further hampered by my focus on examples with strong, realistic portraits that align with my artistic sensibilities. I believe my fascination has much to do with the time period in which this dynasty ruled. The Year of the Four Emperors, the eruption of Vesuvius, and Roman expansion in Brittania. All things that spark my imagination! This fine specimen checks all the boxes for me: good size, well centered, obvious signs of the passing of ages, lovely patina, and a "fleshy" realistic portrait with great details. Anyone else with a Flavian or three in their collection? Report this Post to the Staff

erafjel Pillar of the Community Sweden 2124 Posts	Posted 02/23/2022 2:48 pm Yes, great looking portrait on that one! Report this Post to the Staff
Palouche Pillar of the Community Spain 2752 Posts	Posted 02/23/2022 5:20 pm Yes a lovely portrayal of the man! No Vespasian here but I do like his frown and neck folds, obviously a singer not an athlete....Overall a well balanced coin. Report this Post to the Staff
Novicius Pillar of the Community United Kingdom 1168 Posts	Posted 02/23/2022 6:34 pm Another impressive and very lifelike portrait. To engrave such realistic facial features in a mirror image took a very high degree of skill. It would be wonderful to see the detail "as struck". Report this Post to the Staff
circusmax120 Valued Member United States 319 Posts	Posted 02/23/2022 11:20 pm Ahhh...if time travel were only possible. shaking head I think we would all want to find out exactly how these dies were cut. To see the artisans at work. To witness the striking "birth" of these incredible pieces of history! Report this Post to the Staff
t360 Pillar of the Community United States 2703 Posts	Posted 03/05/2022 10:06 am This Vespasian denarius with a CONCORDIA AVG reverse arrived just yesterday. Minted in Ephesus, Ionia, modern-day Selcuk, Turkey. Report this Post to the Staff
circusmax120 Valued Member United States 319 Posts	Posted 03/05/2022 11:52 am That is a seriously good portrait for a denarius, t360. Definately leaning into the style of realism. Usually you see portraits on small varieties with that are far more caricature in representation. Thank you for adding your " Two Cents" to the Topic! Report this Post to the Staff
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