Dupondius - Crispina DIANA LVCIFERA S C; Diana
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 178-191 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#266078 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diana, draped, standing right, holding torch in both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIANA LVCIFERA S C
Translation:
Diana Lucifera. Senatus Consultum.
Diana, the bringer of light. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Crispina coin features an image of the Roman goddess Diana on one side and an image of the empress Crispina on the other. This coin was minted during a time when women were not typically depicted on Roman coins, making it a unique and interesting piece of history.