© British Museum
© British Museum
Dupondius Anonymous 265 BC - 242 BC
| Bronze | 600.242 g | 82 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 265 BC - 242 BC |
| Value | Dupondius (2) |
| Currency | As (circa 280-221 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 600.242 g |
| Diameter | 82 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#383627 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wheel of six spokes, between two of which, denominational mark.
Lettering: I I
Comment
'Heavy' libral standard dupondius.Weight varies from 579.92g-610.0g
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin from Rome, made of Bronze and weighing 600.242g, is interesting because it was used as a standard circulation coin during the Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) and features a unique design, with the head of Roma on the obverse and two horsemen on the reverse.
