© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Dupondius - Trajan FORTVNAE REDVCI S C; Fortuna
| Bronze | 13.4 g | 27.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 112-114 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.4 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253601 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna seated left, holding rudder and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNAE REDVCI S C
Translation:
Fortunae Reduci. Senatus Consultum.
Returning fortune. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 12.33–15.07 g;Diameter varies: 27–28 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, is an interesting artifact from the Roman Empire. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Emperor Trajan, who ruled from 98 to 117 AD. Trajan was known for his extensive military campaigns and public works projects, which helped to expand the Roman Empire and improve its infrastructure. The coin's design, featuring Fortuna holding a rudder and a cornucopia, symbolizes the Empire's prosperity and good fortune during Trajan's reign.
