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Diassarion - Commodus COL AVG F GERMEN
| Bronze | 9.13 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Germa (Galatia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 182-184 |
| Value | Diassarion (⅕) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.13 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#418358 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus standing, right, feeding serpent from patera.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COL AVG F GERMEN
Interesting fact
The Diassarion coin featuring Commodus (COL AVG F GERMEN) (182-184) from Germa (Galatia) is notable for its rare and unique design. It is one of the few coins from the Roman Empire that features a portrait of a Roman emperor with a beard. Commodus, who ruled from 180 to 192 AD, was known for his vanity and extravagance, and it's believed that the beard on the coin was added to make him appear more powerful and divine. This design choice was not common in Roman coinage, making the Diassarion coin a standout piece among collectors.