© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Denarius - Commodus TR P V IMP IIII COS II P P
180 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 180 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265157 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trophy; to left and right, a captive seated on ground.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P V IMP IIII COS II P P
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Imperator Quartum, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae.
Holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the fourth time, consul for the second time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.974–3.26 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Emperor Commodus, who was known for his vanity and excesses. He was often depicted in art and coinage with a beard, which was seen as a symbol of wisdom and masculinity. However, on this particular coin, Commodus is depicted clean-shaven, which may suggest that he was trying to present a more youthful and approachable image to the public. This coin was minted during a time when Commodus' rule was becoming increasingly autocratic and he was facing growing opposition from the Roman Senate and people.
