Dupondius - Herennius Etruscus as Caesar PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 250-251 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Herennius, in military attire, standing left, holding wand in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS S C
Translation:
Principi Juventutis. Senatus Consultum.
To the prince of the youth. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius was a bronze coin introduced by the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Trajan in the early 2nd century AD. It was originally valued at 2 sestertii, but its value decreased over time, and by the 3rd century AD, it was worth only 1/4 of a sestertius. Despite its decreased value, the Dupondius remained an important coin in the Roman Empire's economy and was widely used for everyday transactions. The particular coin , featuring Herennius Etruscus as Caesar, is a rare and valuable example of a Dupondius from the Roman Empire. It was minted during his brief reign as Caesar (250-251 AD) and features an image of his portrait on one side and the Roman goddess Victory on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
