© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Commodus LIB AVG TR P V IMP IIII COS II P P S C; Liberalitas
180 year| Bronze | 7.8 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 180 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.8 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#265591 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIB AVG TR P V IMP IIII COS II P P S C
Translation:
Liberalitas Augustorum, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Imperator Quartum, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
The liberality of the emperor (Augustus), holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the fourth time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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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 Liberalitas, which represents the idea of generosity and abundance. This is fitting, as the name "Dupondius" itself means "double" or "twofold," suggesting a sense of abundance or multiplication. Additionally, the coin's inscription, "LIB AVG TR P V IMP IIII COS II P P S C," stands for "Liberalitas Augusti Tripontius Imperator IIII Cos II Pater Patriae," which translates to "The Generosity of the Emperor Tripontius, Four-times Emperor, Father of the Fatherland." This highlights the importance of the emperor's generosity and leadership in Roman society.
