Dupondius - Balbinus LIBERALITAS AVGVSTORVM S C; Liberalitas
238 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Balbinus (Decimus Caelius Calvinus Balbinus) (238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 238 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGVSTORVM S C
Translation:
Liberalitas Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Generosity of the Emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Balbinus (LIBERALITAS AVGVSTORVM S C; Liberalitas) from Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze is interesting because it highlights the importance of the Roman Empire's value of liberalitas, which translates to "generosity" or "liberality." This value was highly regarded during Balbinus' reign and was reflected in the coinage of the time. The image on the coin symbolizes the idea of the Roman Empire's generosity and its commitment to the well-being of its citizens.
