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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Trajan Decius DACIA S C; Dacia
| Bronze | 10.2 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 249-251 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.2 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282736 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dacia, draped in long robe reaching feet, standing left, holding vertical staff with head of ass in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DACIA S C
Translation:
Dacia. Senatus Consultum.
Dacia. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.87–10.45 g;Diameter varies: 25–25.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Trajan Decius coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Trajan Decius (249-251 AD) to commemorate his military campaigns against the Goths and other barbarian tribes in Dacia (modern-day Romania). The coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the obverse (front side), and a depiction of the Roman eagle on the reverse (back side). The coin's design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance over its enemies.
