Dupondius or As - Sabina LIBERTAS PVBLICA S C; Libertas
Bronze | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 136-138 |
Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
Composition | Bronze |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#257037 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas standing left, holding pileus and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTAS PVBLICA
S C
Translation:
Libertas Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Public freedom. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius or As - Sabina coin features the goddess Libertas, who is depicted with a liberty cap on her head and a scepter in her hand, symbolizing freedom and authority.