Dupondius - Faustina the Elder (AETERNITAS S C) (141) front Dupondius - Faustina the Elder (AETERNITAS S C) (141) back
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Dupondius - Faustina the Elder AETERNITAS S C

141 year
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
141
Value
1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#261600
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Hexastyle temple with statues.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AETERNITAS S C

Translation:
Aeternitas. Senatus Consultum.
Eternity. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The coin's reverse side features the Roman goddess Aeternitas, who represents eternity, holding a phoenix and a scepter. This symbolism suggests that the Roman Empire, like the phoenix, would rise from the ashes and be reborn, highlighting the empire's resilience and endurance.