© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Commodus PATER SENAT P M TR P XII IMP VIII COS V P P
| 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 | 186-187 |
| 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#265371 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Commodus, togate, standing left, holding branch in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PATER SENAT P M TR P XII IMP VIII COS V P P
Comment
Mass varies: 2.06–3.7 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–19 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 emperor Commodus, who was known for his excesses and tyrannical behavior during his reign. Despite his controversial rule, the coinage issued during his reign, including this denarius, remained consistent in its design and quality, reflecting the stability and continuity of the Roman Empire's currency system.
