Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VIII COS III P P DE GERM S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263890 |
|---|---|
| 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
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin of Marcus Aurelius (IMP VIII COS III P P DE GERM S C) (176-177) from Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze is interesting because it features a rare and unique design. The coin's reverse side depicts a scene of the Roman goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, with her wings outstretched and a wreath in her hand. This design is not commonly found on coins from this time period, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
