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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Domitian VICTORIAE AVGVSTI S C; Victory
85 year| Bronze | 12.8 g | 27 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 | 12.8 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251729 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory standing left, holding palm in left and with right inscribing shield set on trophy to left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIAE AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Victoriae Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
To the victory of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 12.72–12.84 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Domitian coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on one side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Domitian (AD 81-96). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and dominance of the Roman Empire, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this coin. The use of Victory as a symbol of Roman power and prosperity can be traced back to the early days of the Roman Republic, and it continued to be used throughout the Roman Empire period.
