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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Commodus LIBERTAS AVG TR P VI IMP IIII COS III P P S C; Libertas
181 year| Bronze | 26.8 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 181 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.8 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#265615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in extended right hand and rod in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS AVG TR P VI IMP IIII COS III P P S C
Translation:
Libertas Augusti, Tribunicia Potestate Sexta, Imperator Quartum, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Freedom of the emperor (Augustus), holder of tribunician power for the sixth time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the fourth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 23.383–30.15 g;Diameter varies: 31–31.96 mm;
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 Libertas, the Roman goddess of freedom, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of liberty and freedom in Roman culture and society during the time of Commodus' reign. Additionally, the coin's design and imagery suggest that the Roman Empire was placing a strong emphasis on promoting the idea of freedom and liberty, which was an important aspect of Roman values and ideals.
