Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT VIII COS II S C; Minerva
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 153-154 |
| 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#261907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, draped, standing, left, holding owl on extended right hand and vertical spear in left: at feet, right, round shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT VIII COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Octava, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the eighth time, 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 and Minerva has a unique feature - it has a small dolphin symbol below the emperor's bust. This dolphin was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Rome and was often associated with the goddess Minerva, who was revered for her wisdom and strategic thinking. The inclusion of the dolphin on the coin may suggest that the emperor wanted to emphasize these qualities during his reign.