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© Trustees of the British Museum
Dupondius - Antoninus Pius PIETAS AVG S C; Pietas
| Bronze | 13.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-161 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261114 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas, standing left, holding holding patera in right hand, left arm in fold of dress.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETAS AVG S C
Translation:
Pietas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Piety of the Emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Antoninus Pius coin features an image of the Roman goddess Pietas, who represents duty, loyalty, and devotion. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was a place where these virtues were highly valued and encouraged. This coin was circulated during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his strong sense of duty and his efforts to promote the welfare of the Roman people.
