© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VIII COS III P P DE GERM S C
| Bronze | 12 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 176-177 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263889 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trophy with shields at foot; to left, German man, seated left, with hands tied behind back; to right, German woman, seated right, propping up head with hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP VIII COS III P P DE GERM S C
Translation:
Imperator Octavum, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Devictus Germanis. Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the eighth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation, conquered the Germans. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.73–14.29 g;Diameter varies: 22–23 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin , which features Marcus Aurelius, is notable for its depiction of the Roman emperor wearing a beard. This is significant because it was a departure from the traditional clean-shaven appearance of Roman emperors, and it may have been a nod to the emperor's philosophical beliefs. Marcus Aurelius was known for his interest in Stoicism, which emphasized the importance of living in accordance with reason and virtue, and the beard may have been seen as a symbol of his commitment to these principles.
