© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVST P M TR POT XXIIII; Salus Augusta
| Bronze | 13.7 g | 29.5 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 | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247294 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Legend surrounding large S C.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVST P M TR POT XXIIII
Translation:
Tiberius Caesar Divi Augusti Filius Augustus, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima Quarta.
Tiberius Caesar, son of divine Augustus, emperor (Augustus), high priest, holder of tribunician power for the 24th time.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.58–15.12 g;Diameter varies: 28–33.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Salus Augusta, the personification of safety and well-being, on its reverse side. This highlights the importance of safety and well-being in Roman culture and suggests that the coin was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity.
