© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Philippus I VOTIS DECENNALIBVS S C
| Bronze | 10.2 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282352 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend inscribed within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOTIS DECENNALIBVS S C
Translation:
Votis Decennalibus. Senatus Consultum.
Vows (prayers) for ten years of rule. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.45–12.87 g;Diameter varies: 24–26.3 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin was a widely used denomination during the Roman Empire, and it was first introduced during the reign of Emperor Trajan (AD 98-117). The coin , which features Emperor Philippus I (AD 244-249), is one of the later issues of the Dupondius series. Despite its relatively small size and weight (10.2g), the Dupondius was an important coin in the Roman economy, as it was used for everyday transactions and was a key component of the Roman monetary system.
