© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Dupondius M SANQVINIVS Q F IIIVIR A A A F F S C 17 BC
17 BC year| Bronze | 11.3 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 17 BC |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.3 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
M SANQVINIVS Q F IIIVIR A A A F F
S C
Unabridged legend: Marcus Sanquinius, Quinti Filius, Triumvir Auro, Argento, Aere, Flando, Feriundo. Senatus Consultum
Translation: Marcus Sanquinius, son of Quintus, moneyer (Triumvir Monetalis) for the casting and striking of gold, silver, and bronze coins. Decree of the senate
Comment
Mass varies: 7.21–15.13 g;Diameter varies: 25–30.29 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin features an interesting reverse design, which depicts a triumphal arch with a statue of Jupiter on top, surrounded by two trophies and two lictors. This design was meant to commemorate Augustus' victory over Mark Antony and Cleopatra at the Battle of Actium in 31 BC, which marked the end of the Roman Republic and the beginning of the Roman Empire under Augustus' rule.
