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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius IMP VIIII COS III P P S C; Aequitas
| Bronze | 12.5 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 177-178 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP VIIII COS III P P S C
Translation:
Imperator Nonum, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the ninth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 5.41–21.75 g;Diameter varies: 25–29 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius, which was minted between 177-178 AD, has an interesting reverse design. The reverse side of the coin depicts the goddess Aequitas, who is shown standing and holding a scale, symbolizing the idea of justice and equality. This design was a common theme in Roman coinage during the reign of Marcus Aurelius, who was known for his commitment to justice and his efforts to promote equality and fairness throughout the empire.
