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Dupondius - Trajan SENATVS POPVLVSQVE ROMANVS S C
| Bronze | 11.2 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 114-117 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.2 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253655 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Column of Trajan with two eagles at base.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SENATVS POPVLVSQVE ROMANVS
S C
Unabridged legend:
Senatus Populusque Romanus.
Senatus Consulto.
Translation:
Senatus Populusque Romanus. Senatus Consultum.
The senate and the Roman people. 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 Emperor Trajan, who was known for his extensive military campaigns and public works projects, including the construction of the Forum Trajanum, which was completed in 112 AD.
