Dupondius - Vespasian CERES AVGVSTA S C; Ceres
| Bronze | 2.6 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249909 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ceres, veiled, draped, standing left, holding two corn-ears and poppy in lowered right hand and vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CERES AVGVSTA S C
Translation:
Ceres Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
Ceres, the venerable. Decree of the Senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Vespasian and Ceres, minted between 77-78 AD, is an interesting artifact from the Roman Empire. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of propaganda to promote the Roman Empire's agricultural policies. The image of Ceres, the goddess of agriculture, on the coin was meant to emphasize the importance of agriculture and the empire's efforts to improve crop yields and food production. This coin is a tangible representation of the empire's focus on agriculture and its role in promoting economic growth and stability.
