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Dupondius or As - Lucius Aelius TR POT COS II PANNONIA S C; Pannonia
137 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 137 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#257087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pannonia standing facing, head left or right, holding vexillum and robe.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TR POT COS II
PANNONIA
S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. PPannonia. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Pannonia. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius or As coin featuring Lucius Aelius was part of a series of coins issued during his reign as Emperor Hadrian's adopted son and successor. This series was known as the "ADOPTIVI" series and included coins featuring other prominent Roman figures, such as Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus. The coin's design and inscriptions highlight the importance of the Roman Empire's military prowess and territorial expansion during this period.
