Sestertius - Commodus SAEC FEL P M TR P X IMP VII COS IIII P P S C; Victory
| Bronze | 15.5 g | 29 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 | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#265814 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, left foot set on helmet, inscribing VO DE on shield set on palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAEC FEL P M TR P X IMP VII COS IIII P P S C
Comment
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. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and dominance over its territories.
