Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius IVVENTVS COS II S C
145 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 145 |
| 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#261799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVVENTVS COS II S C
Translation:
Iuventus. Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Youth. Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius is notable for its depiction of the Roman emperor wearing a beard, which was a departure from the traditional clean-shaven appearance of Roman emperors. This coin was minted during a time when Marcus Aurelius was promoting a more conservative and traditional Roman values, and the beard was seen as a symbol of wisdom and masculinity.
