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Dupondius - Antoninus Pius ΑCΚΑΛΩ; Marcus Aurelius as Caesar; Ascalon
| Copper | 17 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Ascalon (Syria Palaestina) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 158-159 |
| Value | Dupondius (⅛) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#67354 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Poseidon standing left, right foot on rock, holding dolphin and trident
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑCΚΑΛΩ ΒΞCgre
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Marcus Aurelius as Caesar, who later became the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. This coin was minted during his time as Caesar, which was a position he held from 158 to 161 AD, before he succeeded Antoninus Pius as Emperor.