© Museu de Prehistòria de València
© Museu de Prehistòria de València
Denarius - Commodus ROM AETER P M TR P XIIII COS V P P; Roma and Victory
| Silver | 2.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 188-189 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265399 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, standing left, holding Victory in extended right hand and vertical spear in left hand; shield by seat.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROM AETER P M TR P XIIII COS V P P
Comment
Mass varies: 2.8–3.06 g;Example of this type:
Museu de Prehistòria de València
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. Victory is depicted standing left, holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military triumphs and victories. The inclusion of Victory on the coinage of Commodus may have been a way to emphasize the emperor's military prowess and reinforce his image as a powerful and successful leader.
