© Artemide Aste
© Artemide Aste
Dupondius - Titus ROMA VICTRIX S C; Roma and Victory
| Bronze | 13.85 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 72-73 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.85 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma seated left on cuirass, holding Victory and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA VICTRIX S C
Translation:
Roma Victrix. Senatus Consultum.
Victorious Rome. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on one side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Titus (79-81 AD). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and subdue other nations. The coin's design also includes the inscription "ROMA VICTRIX S C," which translates to "Rome, victorious and triumphant." This coin is a tangible representation of the Roman Empire's power and influence during the 1st century AD.
