Dupondius - Marcus Aurelius VIRTVS COS II S C; Virtus
145 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 145 |
| 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#261813 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus, standing right, holding parazonium and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS COS II S C
Translation:
Virtus. Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Courage. 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 is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess Virtus on the reverse side. Virtus was a personification of virtue and moral excellence in Roman mythology, and her presence on the coin highlights the importance of these values in Roman culture during the reign of Marcus Aurelius.
