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Dupondius - Nero VICTORIA AVGVSTI S C; Victory
| Bronze | 13.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus) (54-68) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 62-68 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#246662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Victoria Augusti, Senatus Consultum.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 13.45–13.55 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Nero was minted during his reign as Emperor of Rome from 54 to 68 AD. It was a large bronze coin, weighing about 13.5 grams, which was significantly heavier than most Roman coins at the time. This larger size made it easier to handle and verify authenticity, especially for merchants and traders who frequently used coins in transactions.
