Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT VI COS II HONOS S C; Honos
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 151-152 |
| 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#261891 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Honos, draped, standing front, head left, holding branch in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT VI COS II HONOS S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Sexta, Consul Secundum. Honos. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the sixth time, consul for the second time. Honour. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius, minted between 151-152 AD, is interesting because it highlights the Roman Empire's emphasis on honoring the gods. The inscription "HONOS" on the coin, which means "honor" or "duty" in Latin, reflects the importance of honoring the gods in Roman culture. Additionally, the image of Marcus Aurelius on the coin serves as a representation of the Roman emperor's role as a divine authority, further emphasizing the connection between the Roman state and religion.