© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Tiberius ROM ET AVG; altar of Gauls
| Bronze | 12.2 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 12-14 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.2 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247710 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Altar of the three Gauls in Lugdunum, flanked by Victory holding wreath on column on each side, front decorated with corona civica flanked by nude male on each side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROM ET AVG
Translation:
Romae et Augusto.
To Rome and the emperor (Augustus).
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Tiberius and the altar of Gauls is notable for its depiction of a Gallic warrior kneeling in front of an altar, symbolizing the Roman Empire's victory over the Gauls.
