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Dupondius - Augustus AVGVST 23 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 14 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 23 BC - 14 AD |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#248098 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVST
Translation: Augustus.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Augustus (AVGVST) from Rome and the Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze weighing 14 g has an interesting fact that the reverse side of the coin depicts a fascinating image of the goddess Roma seated on a throne, holding a scepter in her right hand and a shield in her left. This image symbolizes the power and authority of Rome and its rulers during that time.
