© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Commodus ROMAE AETERNAE COS V P P S C; Roma and Victory
| Bronze | 26.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 186-189 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.5 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#265937 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory in extended right hand and spear in left hand; against seat, shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNAE COS V P P S C
Comment
Mass varies: 26.27–26.72 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 an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Commodus. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was at its peak, and the image of Victory symbolized the power and dominance of the Roman state. Additionally, the coin's design also includes the inscription "ROMAE AETERNAE," which translates to "Eternal Rome," highlighting the idea of Rome's eternal nature and its status as the center of the empire.
