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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Faustina the Elder AVGVSTA S C; Aeternitas
141 year| Bronze | 12.8 g | 26 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 12.8 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261650 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aeternitas, draped, with crescent on head and veil in circle over head, advancing left, right hand holding veil with lighted torch in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTA S C
Translation:
Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Empress by decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Faustina the Elder, who was a powerful and influential empress during the reign of her husband, Emperor Antoninus Pius. She was known for her intelligence, wisdom, and generosity, and was revered as a symbol of Roman virtues. The coin's design, which includes an image of Faustina and the goddess Aeternitas, reflects her importance in Roman society and her association with eternity and the Roman state.
