Denarius of Commodus, struck at Rome 180-192
Lot 229 · Consigned by hhf
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Description
Roman Imperial Denarius of Commodus, struck at Rome 180-192, specifically dated to AD 183-184. Average weight 3.15 g; diameter 18 mm. Obverse legend M COMMODVS ANTON AVG PIVS shows a laureate head right with fine hair detail. Reverse legend TR P VIIII IMP VI COS IIII P P depicts Commodus in the guise of Pax standing left, draped and togate, holding an olive branch and cornucopia; a hexagonal shield rests at his feet. Struck on a rounded flan with full legends; light silver-grey cabinet toning.. Reference: RIC III Commodus 86.