Vespasian Dupondius, Winged reverse
RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 764 · 74 AD · Rome
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
CAESAR AVGVSTI F
Head of Domitian, laureate, left
Reverse
DOMITIANVS COS II
Winged caduceus upright between crossed cornucopiae
About This Type
This RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 764 is a dupondius of Vespasian (74 AD), struck at the Rome mint. The reverse depicts Winged caduceus upright between crossed cornucopiae. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 10.9g, 28mm 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 Rome Mint
The Rome mint was the principal mint of the Roman state from the Republic through the fall of the Western Empire. It produced the vast majority of gold and silver coinage and was the only mint for much of the first and second centuries AD.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 764?
- RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 764 is a Bronze Dupondius of Vespasian (74 AD) struck at the Rome mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 764.
- How do you identify RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 764?
- The obverse depicts Head of Domitian, laureate, left with the inscription CAESAR AVGVSTI F. The reverse depicts Winged caduceus upright between crossed cornucopiae with the inscription DOMITIANVS COS II. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 764?
- RIC II, Part 1 (second edition) Vespasian 764 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 10.9g, diameter 28mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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