Denarius - Commodus DE GERMANIS
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 175-176 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263285 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two captives seated left and right at base of trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DE GERMANIS
Translation:
Devictus Germanis.
Conquered the Germans.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Commodus (DE GERMANIS) (175-176) coin features a unique reverse design that showcases the Roman Empire's military prowess. The reverse side of the coin depicts a triumphant Roman soldier holding a shield and a spear, with a defeated Germanic warrior kneeling at his feet. This design was meant to commemorate the Roman Empire's victories over the Germanic tribes and to highlight the power and dominance of the Roman military.
