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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Domitian FORTVNAE AVGVSTI S C; Fortuna
| Bronze | 13.2 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 92-94 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.2 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#252186 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fortuna standing left, holding rudder and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNAE AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Fortunae Augusti.
For the good fortune of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 9.69–17.42 g;Diameter varies: 27–29 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and fortune, was minted during the reign of Emperor Domitian (AD 92-94). It's interesting to note that the coin's design has a mistake, with Fortuna's scepter pointing towards the ground instead of upwards, which was considered a sign of bad luck. Despite this, the coin remained in circulation and is now a sought-after collector's item.
