Caption

Denarius of Commodus (reign 177–192 CE). Obverse: Emperor's bust right, wearing a laurel wreath; inscription P FEL A, BRIT. Reverse: Virtus standing left, holding Victoria in his right hand and a spear and shield in his left; inscription P VIII COS V PP. Roman Empire, dated 186–187 CE. Silver coin, weight 2.57 g, axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A52_078

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Rights managed

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Keywords

Denarius Commodus reign 177–192 CE Obverse Emperor's bust right wearing laurel wreath inscription P FEL A Brit Reverse Virtus standing left holding Victoria right hand spear shield inscription P VIII COS V PP Roman Empire dated 186–187 CE Silver coin weight 2.57 g axis 180° worn circular metallic object irregular edge showing raised central figure elongated raised vertical element beside textured surface visible scratches small chips colors visible shades gray brown muted silver.