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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Domitian VIRTVTI AVGVSTI S C; Virtus
85 year| Bronze | 12.6 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 | 12.6 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus standing left, resting foot on helmet, holding parazonium in right hand and spear in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVTI AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Virtuti Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
To the courage of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.64–14.51 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Virtus, which represents the virtue and moral excellence of the Roman people. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of virtuous leadership and to reinforce the message that the Roman Empire was a force for good in the world.
