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Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VII COS III S C; Annona
| Bronze | 11.1 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 174-175 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.1 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Annona, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears and poppy in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, modius.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP VII COS III S C
Translation:
Imperator Septimum, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the seventh time, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.8–13.29 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin features an image of Marcus Aurelius, who was a Roman emperor known for his wisdom and philosophical writings. In fact, he was known as the "philosopher-emperor" and his works, such as "Meditations," are still studied today for their insights into Stoic philosophy and leadership.
