Dupondius - Lucius Verus LIBERAL AVG TR P V IMP II COS II S C; Liberalitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164-165 |
| 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#264132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERAL AVG TR P V IMP II COS II S C
Translation:
Liberalitas Augusti, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
The liberality of the emperor, holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The image on the reverse side of the coin, which depicts the goddess Liberalitas, is a representation of the Roman value of "liberalitas," which means generosity or liberality. This value was highly regarded in Roman culture and was seen as a key aspect of a good ruler. The inclusion of this image on the coin suggests that Lucius Verus was promoting himself as a generous and benevolent leader, which may have been a way to gain support and loyalty from the Roman people.
