Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT IIII COS II VIRTVS S C; Virtus
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 149-150 |
| 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#261876 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, helmeted, in military dress, standing left, holding parazonium, pointed slightly upwards to left, in right hand and vertical spear in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT IIII COS II VIRTVS S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Consul Secundum. Virtus. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, consul for the second time. Courage. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius, minted between 149-150 AD, is interesting because it showcases the Roman Empire's emphasis on virtue and moral character. The coin's inscription, "VIRTVS," is an abbreviation of the Latin word for "virtue," and was a key concept in Marcus Aurelius' philosophy. He believed that virtue was the most important quality for a leader to possess, and that it was the foundation of a good life. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the importance of virtue in Roman culture and the values that Marcus Aurelius embodied during his reign.