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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius FIDES EXERCITVVM COS III S C; Fides and Victory
| Bronze | 13.9 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 170-171 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.9 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding Victory in right hand and legionary eagle in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES EXERCITVVM COS III S C
Translation:
Fides Exercituum. Consul Tertium, Senatus Consultum.
Loyalty of the army. Consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 13.12–14.77 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius coin features an image of the Roman goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the obverse (front side), which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. Fides was often depicted holding a military standard, as seen on this coin, to symbolize the loyalty and fidelity of the Roman army to their emperor. The reverse (back side) of the coin shows a representation of Victory, another common motif on Roman coins, holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbols of victory and triumph. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea of the Roman Empire's military prowess and the emperor's role as a just and victorious leader.
