© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Dupondius - Antoninus Pius VOTA SOL DEC II COS IIII S C
| Bronze | 13.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-161 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius, standing left, sacrificing with patera over tripod, left arm at side; by tripod, bull.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTA SOL DEC II COS IIII S C
Translation:
Vota Soluta Decennalia Secunda, Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Vows (prayers and sacrifices) paid (fulfilled) for two decades of rule. Consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.137–15.29 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin features an image of Antoninus Pius, who was the Roman Emperor from 138 to 161 AD. During his reign, he was known for his peaceful and prosperous rule, and he was also known for his love of the arts and his support of philosophers and intellectuals. In fact, he was even given the title of "Father of the Fatherland" by the Roman Senate in recognition of his contributions to the empire.
