Dupondius - Vespasian ROMA S C; Roma
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 72-73 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#249301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma seated left on cuirass, holding wreath and parazonium.
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 72-73 AD, is interesting because it was produced during a time of economic reform. Vespasian introduced a new currency system to replace the debased denarius, and the dupondius was one of the new coins introduced. It was made of bronze and had a value of two sestertii or one-eighth of a denarius. This coin's design featured the goddess Roma on the obverse and Vespasian's name and title on the reverse. Despite its low value, the dupondius was an important part of everyday transactions during the Roman Empire.
