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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Antoninus Pius TR POT XX COS IIII S C; Providentia
| Bronze | 11.9 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 | 156-157 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.9 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261311 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing, pointing with right hand at large globe left and holding sceptre, vertical, in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XX COS IIII S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima, Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 20th time, consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.91–15.13 g;Diameter varies: 24–27 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin features an image of Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and provision, on its reverse side. This is significant because Providentia was a prominent deity during the reign of Antoninus Pius, and her image appeared on many coins issued during his rule. The inclusion of Providentia on this coin suggests that the Roman Empire placed great importance on the idea of foresight and planning for the future, which is a value that is still relevant today.
