© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Denarius - Commodus TR POT COS; Victory
176 year| Silver | 2.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 176 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#263303 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing left, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm, sloped over left shoulder, in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul.
Holder of tribunician power, consul.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Commodus (TR POT COS; Victory) coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory 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 at the height of its power and influence, and the image of Victory symbolized the empire's military prowess and dominance. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 2.4 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high monetary value, reflecting the economic prosperity of the Roman Empire during this period.
