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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Vespasian ROMA S C; Roma
71 year| Bronze | 12.8 g | 27.5 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 | 12.8 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
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
Mass varies: 10.7–14.83 g;Diameter varies: 25.76–29 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 12.8 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 and importance of this coin in the Roman Empire's economy.
