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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Commodus SECVRIT ORB P M TR P XIIII IMP VIII COS V P P S C; Securitas
| Bronze | 23.5 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 188-189 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.5 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#265914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated left on low seat, holding globe in right hand and resting left and on arm of chair.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRIT ORB P M TR P XIIII IMP VIII COS V P P S C
Comment
Mass varies: 15.5–28.78 g;Diameter varies: 27–30 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features the goddess Securitas, who is depicted standing holding a scepter and a pileus, a symbol of liberty. This image represents the idea of security and stability, which was an important theme during Commodus' reign. The coin's design was meant to convey the message that the Roman Empire was a secure and stable entity under Commodus' leadership.
