Dupondius - Antoninus Pius TR POT XIIII COS IIII S C; Aequitas
| Bronze | 3.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150-151 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261203 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XIIII COS IIII S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quarta Decima, Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 14th time, consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin features an image of Aequitas, the Roman goddess of justice, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as Antoninus Pius, the emperor depicted on the obverse side, was known for his strong sense of justice and his efforts to promote fairness and equality throughout the empire. In fact, he was even given the title "Aequitas" by the Roman Senate in recognition of his commitment to justice.
