Augustus - Dupondius MODERATIONI (JA23112)

Desirable and rare issue. It is said to celebrate Tiberius receiving a shield of valor (Clipeus Virtvtis) from the Senate for practicing moderation, which was only a hope of the Senate. 

Tiberius (Augustus) Brass Dupondius TI CAESAR DIVI AVG F AVGVST IMP VIII - Laureate head left. MODERATIONI - Small bare bust (Tiberius?) facing within circle of petals; all within foliate and pelleted outer circle; S C across field. Mint: Rome (16-22 AD) 14,26 g / 29mm Rarity: Rare. References: RIC I 39 Sutherland, Two, 1 (pl. XII, dies A1/P1) BMCRE 90 Cohen 6