© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Augustus M MAECILIVS TVLLVS IIIVIR A A A F F S C; Victory 7 BC
7 BC year| Bronze | 11.2 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 7 BC |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.2 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M MAECILIVS TVLLVS IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Translation:
Marcus Maecillius Tullus Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Marcus Maecillius Tullus, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) for the casting and striking of gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.11–13.17 g;Diameter varies: 28–30.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Augustus (M MAECILIVS TVLLVS IIIVIR A A A F F S C; Victory) from Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze weighing 11.2 g has an interesting fact that the reverse side of the coin features the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, holding a trophy and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military victories and the reign of Augustus as a time of peace and prosperity.
