© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Commodus P M TR P XIII IMP VIII COS V P P; Salus
| Silver | 3 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 187-188 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265390 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left on low seat, feeding from patera in right hand snake coiled round altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XIII IMP VIII COS V P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Tertia Decima, Imperator Octavum, Consul Quintum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 13th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the eighth time, consul for the fifth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.27–3.85 g;Diameter varies: 17–18 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 the Roman goddess Salus on the reverse side, which represents the personification of safety, security, and well-being. This is fitting, given that the coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Commodus, who was known for his focus on maintaining peace and stability throughout the empire. The image of Salus on the coin serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's commitment to protecting its citizens and ensuring their well-being.
