© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Antonia Minor TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG P M TR P IMP P P S C
| Bronze | 14.7 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50-54 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.7 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246989 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Claudius, veiled and togate, standing left, holding simpulum in right hand
Script: Latin
Lettering: TI CLAVDIVS CAESAR AVG P M TR P IMP P P S C
Translation:
Tiberius Claudius Caesar Augustus, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Imperator, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Tiberius Claudius Caesar, emperor (Augustus), high priest, holder of tribunician power, supreme commander (Imperator), father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.86–18.66 g;Diameter varies: 24–31 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Antonia Minor, the mother of the Roman Emperor Claudius, who ruled from 41 to 54 AD. The coin was minted during Claudius' reign, and it's believed that the image of Antonia Minor was included as a way to promote the imperial family and reinforce Claudius' legitimacy as ruler. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the political and social dynamics of ancient Rome.
