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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Vespasian PAX AVG S C; Pax
72 year| Bronze | 11.9 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 72 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over lighted, garlanded altar left, and holding winged caduceus and branch in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAX AVG S C
Translation:
Pax Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.836–13.28 g;Diameter varies: 26–29.5 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Vespasian, issued during the Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD), has an interesting fact associated with it. Despite being made of bronze and weighing only 11.9 grams, it was valued at 2 sestertii, which was a significant amount during that time period. This coin's value was equivalent to the daily wage of a skilled worker, highlighting the purchasing power of even the smallest denomination coins in ancient Rome.
