Dupondius - Domitian CERES AVGVST S C; Ceres
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| 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#251049 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ceres standing left, holding corn-ears and torch.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CERES AVGVST S C
Translation:
Ceres Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Ceres, the venerable. Decree of the Senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Domitian (CERES AVGVST S C; Ceres) coin is that it features the goddess Ceres, who was the Roman goddess of agriculture, fertility, and abundance, on its reverse side. This highlights the importance of agriculture and the Roman Empire's reliance on a successful harvest during the time of Domitian's reign (80-81 AD).
