© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Aquilia Severa CONCORDIA S C; Concordia
| Bronze | 9.8 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Elagabalus (Sextus Varius Avitus Basianus) (218-222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 220-222 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#277083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted altar and holding double cornucopiae in left hand; in left field, star.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA S C
Translation:
Concordia Senatus Consultum.
Harmony. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on one side, which symbolizes harmony and unity. This is significant because it suggests that the Roman Empire valued these qualities and wanted to promote them through their currency. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of bronze, a relatively inexpensive material, suggests that it was intended for widespread use among the general population, further highlighting the importance of concordia in Roman society.
