Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT VIII COS II S C; Spes
| 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#261913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, standing left, holding flower and leaning on column.
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, minted between 153-154 AD, is interesting because it showcases the Roman Empire's use of personification in its coinage. The obverse side of the coin features the bust of Marcus Aurelius, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Spes (Spes), who represents hope, walking towards the left, holding a flower in her right hand and a raised torch in her left. This design was meant to convey the idea that Marcus Aurelius' rule brought hope and prosperity to the Roman Empire.