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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Vespasian CERES AVGVST S C; Ceres
| Bronze | 14.1 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Titus (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (79-81) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80-81 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.1 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251170 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ceres, draped, standing left, holding corn-ears in extended right hand and long vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CERES AVGVST S C
Translation:
Ceres Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Ceres, the venerable. Decree of the Senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 13.53–14.37 g;Diameter varies: 27.5–28 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the goddess Ceres on the reverse, who was the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility. The image of Ceres on the coin signifies the importance of agriculture and fertility in the Roman Empire during the reign of Vespasian.
