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© Trustees of the British Museum
Aureus - Commodus ROMAE AETERNAE C V P P; Roma and Victory
| Gold | 7.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 186-189 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265421 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on shield, holding Victory in extended right hand and vertical spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNAE C V P P
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Commodus coin was used as a form of currency during the Roman Empire, and its value was equivalent to 25 silver denarii. Despite its small size, the coin was made of gold, which made it a valuable and sought-after currency. In fact, the Aureus was considered the standard unit of account for the Roman Empire, and it was used to pay taxes, debts, and other financial obligations. Its value was so high that it was often used as a form of bribery or payment for high-ranking officials and military leaders. Today, the Aureus - Commodus coin is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, and its value can range from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars, depending on its condition and rarity.
