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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT II COS II HONOS S C; Honos
| Bronze | 11.3 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 147-148 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.3 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261819 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Honos, togate, standing, front, head right, holding sceptre, vertical, in right hand and cornucopiae, with tip turned outwards, in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT II COS II HONOS S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul Secundum. Honos. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul for the second time. Honour. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius, minted between 147-148 AD, is interesting because it highlights the Roman Empire's emphasis on honoring the gods. The inscription "HONOS" on the coin, which means "Honor" in Latin, was a common motif in Roman coinage and signifies the importance of honoring the gods in Roman culture. Additionally, the coin's design features a portrait of Marcus Aurelius, who was known for his philosophical writings and his efforts to promote Stoicism, a philosophy that emphasized the importance of reason, self-control, and respect for the gods. This coin serves as a tangible representation of the cultural and philosophical values of the Roman Empire during the reign of Marcus Aurelius.
