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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius TR POT XV COS III S C
161 year| Bronze | 12.1 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 161 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.1 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#262016 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Marcus Aurelius (?), standing left, holding wand in right hand and cross sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XV COS III S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quinta Decima, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 15th time, consul for the third 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 of Marcus Aurelius is interesting because it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design features the emperor's image and various symbols, such as the goddess Roma and the she-wolf nursing Romulus and Remus, which reflect the empire's values and ideals. Additionally, the coin's bronze composition and relatively low weight suggest that it was intended for everyday use by ordinary people, rather than being a high-value coin reserved for the wealthy elite. Overall, the Dupondius coin of Marcus Aurelius offers a fascinating glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of ancient Rome.
