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Dupondius - Vespasian FIDES PVBLICA S C; Fides
| Bronze | 11.92 g | 30 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 | 11.92 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250128 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES PVBLICA S C
Translation:
Fides Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Loyalty of the public. 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 goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Vespasian. Fides was a personification of the Roman state's loyalty and honesty, and her image was often used to promote the idea of the state's integrity and trustworthiness. The use of Fides on this coin may suggest that Vespasian's government was particularly concerned with promoting these values during this time period.
