© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Commodus CONC COMMODI P M TR P XVI IMP VIII COS VI S C; Concordia
| Bronze | 20.1 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 190-191 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 20.1 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#265973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding patera in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONC COMMODI P M TR P XVI IMP VIII COS VI S C
Translation:
Concordia Commodi. Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Sexta Decima, Imperator, Octavum, Consul Sextum. Senatus Consultum.
Harmony of Commodus. High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 16th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the eighth time, consul for the sixth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Concordia, the Roman goddess of harmony and unity, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was seeking to promote unity and stability, which is a fascinating historical context.
