Dupondius - Vespasian SECVRITAS AVGVSTI S C; Securitas
71 year| Bronze | 12.34 g | 27.82 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 | 12.34 g |
| Diameter | 27.82 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250071 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated right, resting head on right hand and holding sceptre in left; altar and torch to left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS AVGVSTI S C
Translation:
Securitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Safety of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Vespasian coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Vespasian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 69 to 79 AD. The coin's design features the goddess Securitas, or Security, on the reverse side, which was a common motif during Vespasian's reign. The coin's weight of 12.34 grams is also notable, as it was a standard weight for coins of this denomination during the Roman Empire.
