Augustus Dupondius, Altar reverse
RIC I (second edition) Augustus 232 · 9 AD-14 AD · Lugdunum
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Obverse
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Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
CAESAR AVGVSTVS DIVI F PATER PATRIAE
Head of Augustus, laureate, right
Reverse
ROM ET AVG
Altar highly decorated with corona civica, laurels, and nude male figures; Victories flanking
About This Type
This RIC I (second edition) Augustus 232 is a dupondius of Augustus (9 AD-14 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Altar highly decorated with corona civica, laurels, and nude male figures; Victories flanking. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 10.07g, 30mm diameter.
About the Dupondius
The dupondius was a Roman orichalcum (brass) coin worth two asses, typically 12–14 grams and 25–29mm. It is distinguished from the as by the emperor's radiate crown and the use of brass rather than copper.
About the Lugdunum Mint
Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC I (second edition) Augustus 232?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 232 is a Bronze Dupondius of Augustus (9 AD-14 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC vol. I no. I (second edition) Augustus 232.
- How do you identify RIC I (second edition) Augustus 232?
- The obverse depicts Head of Augustus, laureate, right with the inscription CAESAR AVGVSTVS DIVI F PATER PATRIAE. The reverse depicts Altar highly decorated with corona civica, laurels, and nude male figures; Victories flanking with the inscription ROM ET AVG. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC I (second edition) Augustus 232?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 232 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 10.07g, diameter 30mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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