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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Dupondius - Titus SALVS AVG S C; Salus
| Bronze | 13.7 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.7 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus seated left, holding patera.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVG S C
Translation:
Salus Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Health of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 12.18–14.47 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Titus (SALVS AVG S C; Salus) from Rome, 80-81 AD, is interesting because it was issued during a time of significant political and military change in the Roman Empire. Titus, who was the son of Emperor Vespasian, ruled from 79-81 AD and was known for his military campaigns against the Jewish rebels in Judea. This coin was likely issued to commemorate his military victories and promote the image of the Roman Empire as a powerful and stable force. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin reflects the Empire's efforts to reduce the cost of coin production and increase the circulation of coinage during this time.
