Dupondius - Livia (T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG RESTITVIT; Pietas) (80-81) front Dupondius - Livia (T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG RESTITVIT; Pietas) (80-81) back
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Dupondius - Livia T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG RESTITVIT; Pietas

 
Bronze - -
Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#251227
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend surrounding large S C.

Script: Latin

Lettering: T CAES DIVI VESP F AVG RESTITVIT

Translation:
Titus Caesar, Divi Vespasiani Filius, Augustus Restituit.
Titus Caesar, son of the divine Vespasian, emperor (Augustus), has restored [this coin].

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Livia coin is that it features an image of the Roman empress Livia, who was known for her strong influence on her husband, Emperor Augustus, and her efforts to promote the cult of the Roman state religion. The coin's design, which includes the inscription "Pietas," or "piety," highlights Livia's role as a symbol of Roman values and tradition.