Dupondius - Augustus M SALVIVS OTHO IIIVIR A A A F F S C; Victory 7 BC
7 BC year| Bronze | 21.57 g | 36 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 | 21.57 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247912 |
|---|---|
| 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
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Augustus. The image of Victory symbolized the power and dominance of the Roman Empire, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this particular coin.
