© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Commodus HERCVL ROMAN AVGV S C
192 year| Bronze | 10.1 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 192 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.1 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#266042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Legend flanking club, all within laural-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HERCVL ROMAN AVGV S C
Translation:
Hercules Romanus Augustus. Senatus Consultum.
Hercules. ROMAN AVGV Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.531–12.29 g;Diameter varies: 22–26 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Commodus, who was known for his vanity and ego. He was often depicted in art and coinage with a beard, which was seen as a symbol of masculinity and power. However, on this coin, he is depicted clean-shaven, which may suggest that he was trying to present a more youthful and approachable image to the public. This could be seen as an attempt to improve his public image, as he was known for his controversial and autocratic rule.
