Aureus - Commodus SECVRITAS PVBLICA TR P VII IMP IIII COS III P P; Securitas
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 181-182 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265208 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated right, resting head on right hand and holding scepre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS PVBLICA TR P VII IMP IIII COS III P P
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Commodus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Commodus, who was known for his excesses and tyrannical rule. Despite his controversial reign, the coinage during his era was of high quality and featured beautiful designs, such as the image of Securitas, the goddess of security and stability, on the reverse side of the coin. This coin is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of Roman mint workers during that time.
