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Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius SALVTI AVGVSTOR TR P XVI COS III S C; Salus
| Bronze | 13.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-162 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#263539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing left, feeding out of patera in right hand snake coiled round altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVTI AVGVSTOR TR P XVI COS III S C
Translation:
Saluti Augustorum. Tribunicia Potestate Sexta Decima, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
To the health of the emperor (Augustus). Holder of tribunician power for the 16th time, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 12.83–13.71 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius coin features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who is depicted standing and holding a patera, a ritual offering dish, in her right hand and a snake in her left hand. The snake is a symbol of healing and renewal, reflecting Marcus Aurelius' reputation as a philosopher-emperor who was known for his wisdom and commitment to the well-being of his people.
