Dupondius - Antoninus Pius ROMVLO AVGVSTO S C; Romulus
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Romulus, bare-headed, in military dress, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMVLO AVGVSTO S C
Translation:
Romulo Augusto. Senatus Consultum.
To the venerable Romulus. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Antoninus Pius (ROMVLO AVGVSTO S C; Romulus) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that depicted various Roman emperors and gods. This particular coin was minted between 140-144 AD and features a portrait of Antoninus Pius on one side and the she-wolf nursing Romulus and Remus on the other. The coin was made of bronze and had a diameter of approximately 23-25 mm. Interestingly, the image of the she-wolf nursing the twins Romulus and Remus is a common motif in Roman art and symbolizes the legendary foundation of Rome. According to myth, Romulus and Remus were abandoned as infants and were discovered by a she-wolf who nursed them until they were old enough to fend for themselves. This story has been depicted in various forms of art throughout Roman history, including on coins like the Dupondius.
