Dupondius - Didius Julianus CONCORD MILIT S C; Concordia
193 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Didius Julianus (Marcus Didius Iulianus) (193) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 193 |
| 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#268014 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing front, head left, holding legionary eagle in right hand and standard in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORD MILIT S C
Translation:
Concordia Militum. Senatus Consultum.
Harmony with the soldiers. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Didius Julianus and the CONCORD MILIT S C; Concordia inscription is interesting because it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Didius Julianus was a usurper who briefly ruled the empire in 193 AD before being assassinated, and the coin's production may have been a attempt to legitimize his rule or gain support from the military. Despite the tumultuous period, the coin's design and message of concordia (harmony) and military strength reflect the ideals and values of the Roman Empire during that time.
