© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT VIIII COS II S C; Salus
| Bronze | 10.8 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 154-155 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.8 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261922 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing, left, feeding out of patera in right hand snake coiled round altar left, left hand at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT VIIII COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Nona, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the ninth time, consul for the second time. 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 , which features Marcus Aurelius and the goddess Salus, was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that were meant to promote the idea of the Roman Empire as a benevolent and protective power. The image of Salus on the coin symbolizes the emperor's role as a protector of the people and the state. This coin, in particular, was issued during a time when Marcus Aurelius was facing several challenges, including wars with Germanic tribes and plagues that were affecting the empire. Despite these challenges, the coin suggests that the emperor was still focused on promoting the well-being and safety of his people.
