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Dupondius - Vespasian ROMA S C; Roma
71 year| Bronze | 13.7 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 71 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13.7 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249181 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma seated left on cuirass, holding wreath and parazonium; shields behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA S C
Translation:
Roma. Senatus Consultum.
Rome. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Vespasian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 69 to 79 AD, is interesting because it was produced during a time of significant economic and political change. Vespasian was known for his efforts to stabilize the Roman economy, which had been struggling due to excessive spending and inflation under previous rulers. One of his reforms was to introduce a new currency system, which included the dupondius, a bronze coin that was worth two sestertii. This coin was an important part of everyday transactions and helped to promote trade and commerce throughout the empire.
