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Ancient Rome 179AD Rev. Victory Seated S 5703 Commodus Silver Denarius AU-UNC (AU-55)
Ancient Rome 179AD Rev. Victory Seated S 5703 Commodus Silver Denarius AU-UNC (AU-55)
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Ancient Rome 179AD Rev. Victory Seated S 5703 Commodus Silver Denarius AU-UNC (AU-55)
Lucius Aurelius Commodus was Roman Emperor from 180 to 192 AD and the son of Marcus Aurelius. Unlike his father, Commodus is remembered for his erratic behavior, self-indulgence, and authoritarian rule. He styled himself as a living god and frequently participated in gladiatorial games, even portraying himself as Hercules. His reign marked the beginning of Rome’s imperial decline, characterized by political instability and growing corruption. Assassinated in 192 AD as part of a conspiracy, Commodus left behind a controversial legacy as a ruler whose actions starkly contrasted with the philosophical and principled leadership of his father.
Obverse: Laureate head of Commodus facing right, with the legend around.
Reverse: Winged and draped Victory seated facing left, holding a patera in her right hand and a palm branch sloped over her left shoulder in her left hand, with the legend around.
Specifications:
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus (161-180)
Composition: Silver
Weight: Approx 3 g
Diameter: Approx. 20 mm
Mint: Rome, Italy
Lucius Aurelius Commodus was Roman Emperor from 180 to 192 AD and the son of Marcus Aurelius. Unlike his father, Commodus is remembered for his erratic behavior, self-indulgence, and authoritarian rule. He styled himself as a living god and frequently participated in gladiatorial games, even portraying himself as Hercules. His reign marked the beginning of Rome’s imperial decline, characterized by political instability and growing corruption. Assassinated in 192 AD as part of a conspiracy, Commodus left behind a controversial legacy as a ruler whose actions starkly contrasted with the philosophical and principled leadership of his father.
Obverse: Laureate head of Commodus facing right, with the legend around.
Reverse: Winged and draped Victory seated facing left, holding a patera in her right hand and a palm branch sloped over her left shoulder in her left hand, with the legend around.
Specifications:
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus (161-180)
Composition: Silver
Weight: Approx 3 g
Diameter: Approx. 20 mm
Mint: Rome, Italy
