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Dupondius - Lucius Verus TR P IIII IMP II COS II S C; Mars
| Bronze | 10.1 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 163-164 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.1 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264101 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military dress, standing right, holding spear in right hand and leaning left arm on round shield set on ground.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P IIII IMP II COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.344–10.77 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Lucius Verus coin features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side. This is fitting, given that Lucius Verus was known for his military campaigns during his reign as Roman Emperor from 161 to 169 AD. The coin's design serves as a representation of the Roman Empire's military prowess and the importance of Mars in Roman mythology.
