Dupondius - Vespasian CONCORDIA AVGVST S C; Concordia
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251173 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia seated left, holding patera and cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGVST S C
Translation:
Concordia Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Harmony of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Vespasian and the goddess Concordia is notable for its depiction of the Roman Empire's shift towards a more centralized and autocratic government. The image of Concordia on the coin symbolizes the unity and harmony that Vespasian sought to restore to the empire after a period of civil war and political instability. Additionally, the use of bronze in the coin's production reflects the empire's increasing reliance on cheaper materials for currency, as the value of the Roman currency began to decline during this period.
