Roman silver coin struck under Commodus. The obverse bears the imperial portrait, while the reverse depicts Libertas.
As the personification of Roman liberty — understood as the freedom guaranteed by Roman order — this deity frequently appears on coinage during periods of political tension.
At a time when his rule was becoming increasingly contested, it is not surprising to see Commodus presenting himself as the guarantor of Rome’s traditional values.
Reference : RIC III 168
Issuing authority : Commodus
Type : Denarius
Dating : AD 188
Mint : Rome
Metal : Silver
Diameter : 18.1 mm
Weight : 3.27 g
Obverse legend : M COMM ANT P FEL AVG BRIT
Obverse description : Laureate head to right
Reverse legend : P M TR P XIII IMP VIII COS V P P
Reverse description : Libertas standing to right, head left, holding pileus and slanting scepter.
Condition : Very Fine
Note : Slight patina
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