Caption

Denarius of Commodus (reign 177–192 CE). Obverse: laureate bust of Emperor Commodus right, inscription COMMODV NTON AV, pearled border. Reverse: VICTORIA standing right, writing on a shield set on a tree trunk, prisoner at her feet, inscription VIIII IMP VI COS IIII PP, pearled border. Roman, dated 183–184 CE. Silver coin (3.01 g).

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A51_475

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Keywords

Denarius Commodus reign 177–192 CE Obverse laureate bust Emperor Commodus right inscription COMMODV NTON AV pearled border Reverse Victoria standing right writing shield set tree trunk prisoner feet inscription VIIII IMP VI COS IIII PP Roman dated 183–184 CE Silver coin 3.01 g single round worn coin uneven edge sits white background coin mostly gray areas darker lighter gray patina brownish tones showing raised profile head textured hair facial features relief decorative element faint raised markings rim surface scratches dents.