© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Dupondius - Augustus S C
| Bronze | 13.5 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 22-23 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.5 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247321 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Front view of domed hexastyle temple, surmounted by figure and flanked by calf on left and lamb on right; both on bases.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Unabridged legend: Senatus Consultum
Translation: Decree of the senate
Comment
Mass varies: 12.08–16.47 g;Diameter varies: 30–32 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Augustus (S C) (22-23) coin is that it features an image of Augustus Caesar, the first emperor of the Roman Empire, on one side, and a representation of the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it was made of bronze and weighs 13.5 grams suggests that it was a widely used and practical coin for everyday transactions. Additionally, the coin's design and imagery reflect the cultural and political values of the Roman Empire during this time period.
