Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT XI COS II S C; Minerva and Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 156-157 |
| 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#261956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, standing left, holding Victory, left hand resting on spear and shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XI COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Undecima, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the eleventh time, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, on one side, and Victory on the other. This symbolizes the dual nature of Marcus Aurelius' reign, who was known for his wisdom and military victories.