© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Hadrian DAC PARTHICO P M TR P COS P P CONCORDIA SC; Concordia and Spes
117 year| Orichalcum | 12.5 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 117 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Orichalcum |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#254608 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Concordia seated left on throne, holding patera and resting on figure of Spes; cornucopia under throne.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DAC PARTHICO P M TR P COS P P
CONCORDIA
SC
Translation:
Dacicus, Parthico, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul, Pater Patriae, Concordia. Senatus Consultum.
Conqueror of the Dacians, conqueror of the Parthians, high priest, holder of tribunician power, consul, father of the nation, harmony. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that the Dupondius was a widely used denomination during the Roman Empire, and this particular coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD). The coin features an image of Concordia and Spes on the reverse side, which symbolizes the unity and prosperity of the Roman Empire during Hadrian's rule. Additionally, the use of Orichalcum, a bronze-like alloy, in the coin's minting process was a common practice during this time period.
