© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
As - Commodus ROM AETER P M TR P XIIII COS V P P S C; Roma and Victory
| Bronze | 11 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 188-189 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#265926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory in extended right hand and spear in left hand; against seat, shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROM AETER P M TR P XIIII COS V P P S C
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Commodus. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and prestige of the Roman Empire, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this coin. The inclusion of Victory on the coinage of Commodus may have been a way to promote his military victories and reinforce his image as a powerful and triumphant leader.
