© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Dupondius Anonymous; ROMA 211 BC
211 BC year| Bronze | 47.69 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 211 BC |
| Value | Dupondius (⅕) |
| Currency | Denarius of 10 Asses (221 – 141 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 47.69 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#384522 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prow, right; above, denominational mark; below, inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
II
ROMA
Comment
Weight varies from 37.87g-47.69gUncial standard. Overstruck on an as of the sexantal standard.
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin from Rome, minted in 211 BC, during the Roman Republic (509 BC - 27 BC), features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a god or goddess, it showcases a stylized image of a dolphin, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Roman culture. This design choice was likely intended to convey the idea of a strong and prosperous Roman state, protected and guided by the gods.
