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Dupondius - Vespasian ROMA S C; Roma and Victory
| Bronze | 11 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus) (69-79) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 77-78 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250140 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma seated left on cuirass, holding Victory 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 (ROMA S C; Roma and Victory) from Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze weighing 11g has an interesting fact that the reverse side of the coin depicts the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, holding a trophy and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's naval supremacy and military victories during Vespasian's reign.
