© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Commodus MART PACAT P M TR P XIIII IMP VIII COS V DES VI S C; Mars
189 year| Bronze | 24.6 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 189 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.6 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#265930 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, standing left, holding branch in extended right hand and sceptre in left and.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MART PACAT P M TR P XIIII IMP VIII COS V DES VI S C
Translation:
Marti Pacatori. Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta Decima, Imperator Octavum, Consul Quintum, Designatus Sextum. Senatus Consultum.
To Mars at peace. High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 14th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the eighth time, consul for the fifth time, elect for the sixth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.877–27.38 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a depiction of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side. This is fitting, given that the emperor Commodus, who ruled from 180 to 192 AD, was known for his military campaigns and was often depicted with Mars in art and propaganda. The coin's design may have been intended to emphasize Commodus' military prowess and reinforce his image as a powerful and victorious leader.
