© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Dupondius - Faustina the Elder AVGVSTA S C; Ceres
141 year| Bronze | 11.8 g | - |
| 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 | 11.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261620 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ceres, standing left, holding torch and corn-ears.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTA S C
Translation:
Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Empress by decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
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 a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Antoninus Pius (138-161 AD), who implemented a number of reforms aimed at stabilizing the Roman economy and strengthening the empire's infrastructure. Despite these efforts, the empire continued to face challenges, including inflation, corruption, and military conflicts. The Dupondius coin, which was widely used for everyday transactions, serves as a tangible reminder of this pivotal period in Roman history.
