© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Antoninus Pius PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM S C
| Bronze | 11.1 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 |
| Years | 140-144 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.1 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260936 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Winged thunderbolt upright.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM S C
Translation:
Providentiae Deorum. Senatus Consultum.
To the foresight of the gods. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.808–14.35 g;Diameter varies: 24–28 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Antoninus Pius was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that aimed to promote the ideals of the Roman state, such as Providentia (providence) and Pietas (piety). The coin's design, which includes the image of Antoninus Pius and the inscription "PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM S C," reflects the emperor's efforts to promote a sense of divine providence and protection over the Roman Empire.
