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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Dupondius - Augustus C PLOTIVS RVFVS IIIVIR A A A F F S C 15 BC
15 BC year| Bronze | 17.87 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 15 BC |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 17.87 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#338451 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C PLOTIVS RVFVS IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Unabridged legend:
Caius Plotius Rufus, Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere Flando Feriundo.
Senatus Consulto.
Translation:
Caius Plotius Rufus, Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Gaius Plotius Rufus, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) casting and striking gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Augustus, minted in 15 BC, is interesting because it was produced during a time when the Roman Empire was transitioning from a republic to an empire, with Augustus being the first emperor. This coin is a representation of the new imperial system and the power shift that occurred during that time. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of Augustus, which was a departure from the traditional Roman Republican coinage that featured gods and goddesses. This change in design signified the importance of the emperor and the centralization of power under his rule.
