Denarius - Commodus HERCVL ROMAN AVG
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 191-192 |
| 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#265503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Club of Hercules with legend to either side in 3 lines within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HERCVL ROMAN AVG
Unabridged legend: Hercules Romanus Augustus.
Translation: Hercules, Roman emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Commodus (HERCVL ROMAN AVG) (191-192) coin features a unique reverse design that showcases the Roman goddess of victory, Victoria, standing on the prow of a ship, holding a trophy and a rudder. This design was meant to symbolize Commodus' victories in the Roman wars and his role as the commander-in-chief of the Roman army. The use of Victoria on the coinage was a common motif during Commodus' reign, as he sought to associate himself with the goddess and her symbolism of victory and power.
