Dupondius - Faustina the Younger CONCORDIA S C; Concordia
Bronze | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 145-161 |
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#262068 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, standing left, raising skirt and holding cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA S C
Translation:
Concordia Senatus Consultum.
Harmony. 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 Younger is that it was issued during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, known as the Pax Romana, or Roman Peace. This period lasted from 27 BC to 180 AD and saw the empire reach its greatest extent, with minimal conflicts and a focus on trade, culture, and infrastructure development. The CONCORDIA S C (Concordia) inscription on the coin symbolizes this era of peace and harmony, highlighting the importance of unity and cooperation within the empire.