© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Commodus TR P II IMP II COS P P S C VOTA PVBLICA
177 year| Bronze | 21 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 177 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Commodus, veiled, togate, standing left, sacrificing over tripod from patera in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P II IMP II COS P P S C VOTA PVBLICA
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Imperator Secundum, Consul, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum. Vota Publica.
Holder of tribunician power for the second time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time, consul, father of the nation. Decree of the senate. The vows (prayers) of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 18.65–22.33 g;Diameter varies: 30–30.17 mm;
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 Commodus, who was known for his excesses and tyrannical behavior, yet the coin's inscription highlights his role as a benevolent leader, with the phrase "S C VOTA PVBLICA" meaning "by the will of the people." This contrast between the reality of Commodus' rule and the propaganda presented on the coin is a fascinating aspect of Roman numismatics.
