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Dupondius - Vespasian AEQVITAS AVGVSTI S C; Aequitas
71 year| Bronze | 13.88 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 71 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.88 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249161 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas standing left, holding scales and rod.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Equity of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius - Vespasian coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and equality, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as the name "Dupondius" itself means "double" in Latin, and the coin was worth twice the value of a standard Roman denarius. The inclusion of Aequitas on the coin may suggest that the Roman Empire placed a high value on fairness and equality, and wanted to emphasize these values through their currency.
