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6 Batak St.
Varna, 9000
BULGARIA
Work Hours
Monday to Friday: 7AM - 7PM
Weekend: 10AM - 5PM
37,00 €
This Very Rare AE Copper Roman Empire Sestertius (34.5mm, 26.65g.) depicts Commodus. It has been minted in Rome in 186 A.D. It is referenced in RIC III 486.
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L Aelius Aurelius Commodus was the son of emperor Marcus Aurelius and empress Faustina II. Caesar in 177 A.D., Commodus succeeded his father as Augustus in 180. His rule of twelve years quickly degenerated into debauchery, paranoia, and insanity. He actually believed he was Hercules reincarnated and even participated in gladiatorial contests. The empire was directed by his unscrupulous favorites while the emperor amused himself in whatever decadent way he saw fit. His assassination in 192 A.D. was viewed as a blessing by most Romans of the day.
DESIGN:
Obverse side
Laureate and draped bust of Commodus right
Legend:
M COMMODVS ANT P FELIX AVG BRIT
Reverse side
Galley right under full sail
Legend:
PM TR P XI IMP VIII COS V P P, S-C across fields; PROVID AVG in exergue
A perfect choice for Numismatists, Historians, Military Veterans, Collectors.
Weight | 26,65 g |
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Dimensions | 34,5 mm |
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