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Dupondius - Vespasian SECVRITAS AVGVSTI S C; Securitas
71 year| Bronze | 12 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 | 12 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#250072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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
Unabridged legend: Securitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Safety of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.4–12.81 g;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. One of the interesting facts about this coin is that it features an image of the goddess Securitas (Security) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Securitas was meant to symbolize the stability and security of the Roman Empire under Vespasian's rule.
