© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Dupondius - Titus SECVRITAS AVGVSTI S C; Securitas
| Bronze | 13.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.34 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated right on throne, head resting on right hand and holding vertical sceptre in left hand; garlanded altar, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Securitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Safety of the emperor (Augustus). 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 Securitas, which represents security and stability, on its reverse side. This symbolism was particularly significant during the reign of Titus, who was known for his efforts to maintain peace and stability throughout the empire. The coin's design may have been intended to promote the idea that the Roman Empire was a secure and stable entity under Titus' leadership.
