© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Commodus SAEC FEL P M TR P XI IMP VII COS V P P S C; Victory
186 year| Bronze | 20.6 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 186 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 20.6 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#265854 |
|---|---|
| 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 XI IMP VII COS V P P S C
Comment
Mass varies: 17.639–23.61 g;Diameter varies: 28–31 mm;
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 an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) 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 its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The inclusion of this image on the coinage of Commodus' reign was likely intended to reinforce his reputation as a powerful and successful military leader.
