© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Augustus M SALVIVS OTHO IIIVIR A A A F F S C; Victory 7 BC
7 BC year| Bronze | 19.6 g | 35.5 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 | 19.6 g |
| Diameter | 35.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247911 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M SALVIVS OTHO IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Translation:
Marcus Salvius Otho Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum.
Marcus Salvius Otho, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) for the casting and striking of gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 16.71–24.85 g;Diameter varies: 34–36 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Augustus (M SALVIVS OTHO IIIVIR A A A F F S C; Victory) from Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze weighing 19.6 g has an interesting fact that the reverse side of the coin depicts Victory standing on the prow of a ship, holding a trophy and a palm branch, symbolizing Augustus' victory over Mark Antony and Cleopatra in the Battle of Actium in 31 BC. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which marked the beginning of the Roman Empire and the end of the Roman Republic.
