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Dupondius - Claudius CONSTANTIAE AVGVSTI SC; Constantia
| Bronze | 10.1 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Drusus) (41-54) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 41-50 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.1 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246980 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Constantia, helmeted, in military dress, standing left, holding spear in left hand and raising right
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSTANTIAE AVGVSTI SC
Translation:
Constantiae Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
The perseverence of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.26–11.62 g;Diameter varies: 26.5–29 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Constantia on the reverse, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Claudius. Constantia was a personification of the concept of constancy or steadfastness, and was often depicted holding a rudder, symbolizing the steady hand of the emperor. The use of this image on the coinage of Claudius may have been intended to emphasize the emperor's commitment to stability and good governance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (41-50) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Dupondius - Claudius (CONSTANTIAE AVGVSTI SC; Constantia) (41-50) coin.
