Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT XIII 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 | 158-159 |
| 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#261976 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, advancing left, holding flower and raising skirt.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XIII COS II S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tertia Decima, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 13th 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 158-159 AD, is interesting because it showcases the Roman Empire's use of personification in its coinage. The obverse side of the coin features the emperor's portrait, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Spes (Hope) holding a flower and a rudder, symbolizing the empire's hope for a prosperous future under Marcus Aurelius' leadership. This coin highlights the blending of realistic portraiture and allegorical imagery, which was a hallmark of Roman Imperial coinage during this period.
