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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Livia IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG REST; Justitia
| Bronze | 12.7 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.7 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251221 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding large S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG REST
Translation:
Imperator Titus Caesar, Divi Vespasiani Filius, Augustus, Restituit.
Supereme commander (Imperator) Titus, Caesar, son of the divine Vespasianus, emperor (Augustus), has restored [this coin].
Comment
Mass varies: 9.15–14.04 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Justitia, the Roman goddess of justice, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was placing a strong emphasis on justice and the rule of law. Additionally, the coin's design, which includes an image of the emperor Vespasian and his titles, suggests that it was minted during his reign (80-81 AD).
