Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius VICT AVG TR P XVIII IMP II COS III S C; Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 163-164 |
| 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#263593 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, holding transverse trophy in both hands; at right, Armenia, draped, seated in mourning position on ground.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICT AVG TR P XVIII IMP II COS III S C
Translation:
Victoria Augusti. Tribunicia Potestate Octava Decima, Imperator Secundum, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus). Holder of tribunician power for the 18th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Marcus Aurelius is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side. In Roman mythology, Victory was often depicted as a personification of triumph and victory, and her appearance on the coin serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance. Additionally, the coin's minting during Marcus Aurelius' reign (161-180 AD) marks a significant period in Roman history, as he was known for his wisdom and philosophical writings, and his rule saw the empire reach its greatest extent.
