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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Domitian FIDEI PVBLICAE S C; Fides
84 year| Bronze | 13.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 84 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251645 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides standing left, holding plate of fruits in right hand and corn-ears in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDEI PVBLICAE S C
Translation:
Fidei Publicae. Senatus Consultum.
To the public loyalty. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Domitian (FIDEI PVBLICAE S C; Fides) (84) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Domitian (AD 81-96). Fides was a personification of the idea of loyalty and fidelity, and was often depicted holding a sacred pledge or offering a handshake, symbolizing the bond between the emperor and his people. The inclusion of Fides on this coin may have been a way for Domitian to emphasize his commitment to maintaining the trust and loyalty of his subjects.
