© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Commodus FORTVNAE MANENTI C V P P; Fortuna
| Silver | 2.9 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 186-189 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265414 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left, holding horse by bridle in right hand and corncucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNAE MANENTI C V P P
Translation:
Fortunae Manenti. Consul Quintum, Pater Patriae.
To lasting fortune. Consul for the fifth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.34–3.25 g;Diameter varies: 16.87–17.88 mm;
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 an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, while the other side bears the image of Emperor Commodus. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing significant economic and political challenges, and the image of Fortuna was likely intended to convey a sense of stability and prosperity, despite the challenges of the time.
