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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Domitian S C; Mars and Victory
85 year| Bronze | 13.6 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 85 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.6 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, in military dress, advancing left, holding Victory in right and trophy over shoulder in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.027–16.72 g;Diameter varies: 26.94–29 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Domitian (S C; Mars and Victory) coin is that it features the Roman god of war, Mars, on one side, and the personification of victory, Victory, on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Domitian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 81 to 96 AD. The coin's design reflects the importance of military power and victory in Roman culture during that time.
