Dupondius - Caracalla SPES PVBLICA S C; Spes
198 year| Bronze | 10.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 198 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273704 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, advancing left, holding flower upright in extended right hand and raising skirt with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES PVBLICA S C
Translation:
Spes Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Hope of the public. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.03–11.24 g;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. The coin's obverse side features the image of Caracalla, while the reverse side features the goddess Spes (Spes), who is depicted holding a flower and a raised hand. The coin's inscription, "SPES PVBLICA S C," translates to "Public Hope" in Latin, highlighting the importance of hope and optimism in Roman culture.