© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Antoninus Pius ALEXANDRIA COS II S C; Alexandria
139 year| Bronze | 11.5 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 139 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260834 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Alexandria, draped, with lotus-flower on head, standing left, holding crown on extended right hand and ibis in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ALEXANDRIA COS II S C
Translation:
Alexandria. Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Alexandria. Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Antoninus Pius coin was used to pay soldiers and civil servants during the Roman Empire. It was a widely used denomination and was minted in large quantities, making it a common find for collectors today.
