Denarius - Commodus SPES PVBLICA; Spes
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 175-176 |
| 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#263299 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, advancing left, holding up flower-bud in right hand and gathering up fold of skirt in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES PVBLICA
Translation:
Spes Publica.
Hope of the public.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Commodus (SPES PVBLICA; Spes) coin features the image of the Roman goddess Spes (meaning "hope" in Latin) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Commodus. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including economic instability, military conflicts, and political turmoil. Despite these challenges, the image of Spes on the coin symbolized the hope and resilience of the Roman people, and served as a reminder of the empire's enduring strength and prosperity.
