© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Commodus P M TR P VIIII IMP VI COS IIII P P; Victory
| Silver | 2.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 183-184 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265255 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, inscribing shield set on palm at base of which, seated captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P VIIII IMP VI COS IIII P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Nona, Imperator Sextum, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the ninth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the sixth time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.261–3.48 g;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 the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Commodus. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The fact that this coin was made of silver also indicates that it was a valuable and highly sought-after currency during its time.
