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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Caracalla SECVRITATI PERPETVAE S C; Securitas
| Bronze | 10.9 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 210-213 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.9 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated right on low seat, propping head on right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; in front, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITATI PERPETVAE S C
Translation:
Securitati Perpetuae. Senatus Consultum.
To perpetual safety. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.46–13.75 g;Diameter varies: 25–26 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Caracalla coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who ruled the Roman Empire from 211 to 217 AD. One of the notable features of this coin is the image of the goddess Securitas (Security) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The presence of Securitas on the coin symbolized the Roman Empire's commitment to maintaining peace and security throughout its territories.
