© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Vespasian PON MAX TR POT P P COS V CENS
74 year| Bronze | 12.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 74 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Winged caduceus upright between crossed cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PON MAX TR POT P P COS V CENS
Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Pater Patriae, Consul Quintum, Censor
Translation: High priest, holder of tribunician power, father of the nation, consul for the fifth time, censor
Comment
BMC attributed this coin to the mint of Commagene.Mass varies: 11.064–13.24 g;
Diameter varies: 26–28 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Vespasian, a Roman Emperor who ruled from 69 to 79 AD, is interesting because it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. Vespasian was known for his efforts to restore stability to the empire after a period of civil war and his policies aimed at reducing inflation and debasement of the currency. The coin itself is made of bronze and weighs 12.2 grams, which was a standard weight for coins of its denomination during that time.
