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Dupondius TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVST P M TR POT XXIIII round S C; Justitia
| Bronze | 13.7 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 22-23 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.7 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247293 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding large S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVST P M TR POT XXIIII round S C
Unabridged legend: Tiberius Caesar Divi Augusti Filius Augustus, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima Quarta. Senatus Consultum
Translation: Tiberius Caesar, son of divine Augustus, emperor (Augustus), high priest, holder of tribunician power for the 24th time. Decree of the senate
Comment
Mass varies: 8.68–15.33 g;Diameter varies: 26–31 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that the image of Justitia (Lady Justice) on the reverse side is a representation of the Roman goddess Iustitia, who was a symbol of justice and righteousness. She is depicted holding a scale and a sword, signifying the balance and fairness that justice brings. This image was a common motif on Roman coins, and it highlights the importance of justice in Roman society.
