© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Commodus ITALIA P M TR P X IMP VII COS IIII P P S C; Italia
| Bronze | 19.1 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 184-185 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.1 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#265812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Italia, towered, draped, seated left on globe holding cornucopiae in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ITALIA P M TR P X IMP VII COS IIII P P S C
Translation:
Italia. Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Decima, Imperator Septimum, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Italy. High priest, holder of tribunician power for the tenth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the seventh time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.59–19.92 g;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 a portrait of Commodus, who was known for his vanity and excesses. He was often depicted in art with a beard, but on this coin, he is shown clean-shaven, which may have been a deliberate choice to emphasize his youthful appearance. Additionally, the coin's reverse side features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period.
