© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Commodus IMP II COS II P P S C; Mars
179 year| Bronze | 10.7 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 179 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.7 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264322 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, nude, advancing right, carrying transverse spear in right hand anad trophy sloped over left shoulder in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP II COS II P P S C
Translation:
Imperator Secundum, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae, Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 depiction of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Commodus. This suggests that the coin was likely minted during a time of military conflict or expansion, as the Roman Empire was known for its military prowess and territorial expansion during this period. Additionally, the fact that the coin is made of bronze, a relatively inexpensive metal, suggests that it was intended for circulation among the general population, rather than being a high-denomination coin reserved for the wealthy elite.
