© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Dupondius - Domitian S C; Mars and Victory
86 year| Bronze | 13.2 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 86 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.2 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars advancing left, holding Victory and trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
The obverse GERM is sometimes rendered GEM.Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Domitian, Mars, and Victory is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the triumph and glory of the Roman Empire.
