© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Dupondius - Antoninus Pius TEMPLVM DIV AVG REST COS IIII S C
| Bronze | 12.1 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 158-159 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.1 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Octastyle temple, in which are seated figures of Divus Augustus and Livia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TEMPLVM DIV AVG REST COS IIII S C
Translation:
Templum Divi Augusti Restitutae. Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Temple of the deified emperor (Augustus) restored. Consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.94–12.27 g;Diameter varies: 24–26 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin features an image of the Roman goddess Salus on the reverse side, which is quite unique. Salus is the goddess of safety, security, and well-being, and her presence on the coin may suggest that the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of these values during the reign of Antoninus Pius. This coin could be seen as a symbol of the empire's commitment to protecting its citizens and ensuring their well-being.
