© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
Dupondius - Augustus C L CAES IVL TRAD 6 BC - 14 AD
| Bronze | 21.83 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Iulia Traducta (Baetica) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 6 BC - 14 AD |
| Value | Dupondius (⅛) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.83 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#394246 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Heads of Gaius and Lucius, back to back.
Script: Latin
Lettering: C L CAES IVL TRAD
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Augustus (C L CAES IVL TRAD) from Iulia Traducta (Baetica) is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Augustus, who was the first Roman Emperor and ruled from 27 BC to 14 AD. This coin was minted during a time of great change and expansion for the Roman Empire, and it features an image of Augustus on one side and a depiction of Julius Caesar on the other. Additionally, the coin was made of bronze, which was a common material for coins during this time period.