Dupondius - Faustina the Elder AETERNITAS S C; Ceres
141 year| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#261559 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ceres, standing left, holding corn-ears and torch.
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
One interesting fact about the Dupondius coin featuring Faustina the Elder is that it was minted during her reign as empress, which lasted from 140 to 144 AD. Despite being a bronze coin, it was still considered a high denomination coin during its time, with a value equivalent to two sestertii or one-fourth of a silver denarius. Additionally, the coin's design features the goddess Ceres on the reverse, highlighting the importance of agriculture and fertility in ancient Roman culture.
