© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Dupondius - Lucius Verus TR POT V IMP II COS II S C
| Bronze | 12.3 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 12.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264141 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lucius Verus, in military dress, standing left between four standards, holding standard in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT V IMP II COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
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
Mass varies: 10.569–14.13 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin was a common currency used in the Roman Empire during the 2nd century AD, and the one features Lucius Verus, who was a Roman emperor from 161 to 169 AD. What's interesting is that Lucius Verus was known for his military campaigns against the Parthian Empire, and this coin was likely minted during that time to help finance those wars. The coin's design also reflects this military focus, with the reverse side featuring a depiction of a Roman soldier holding a shield and spear.
