Sestertius - Commodus Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 175-176 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#264244 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horseman standing in front of horse; on left, Victory, winged, draped, standing.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features a depiction of the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, with her wings outstretched and a wreath in her hand. This image was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Commodus, who was known for his military campaigns and victories. The use of Victory as a symbol of the Roman Empire's power and dominance was a deliberate choice, meant to reinforce the idea that the Roman Empire was the greatest power in the world.
