Dupondius - Crispina LAETITIA S C; Laetitia
| 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#266092 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and rudder, set on globe, in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LAETITIA S C
Translation:
Laetitia. Senatus Consultum.
Joy. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Crispina coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Commodus, who was known for his excesses and tyrannical behavior. Despite his controversial rule, the coinage during his reign was of high quality and featured beautiful portraits of the emperor and his family members, including his wife Crispina, who is featured on this particular coin.