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© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
Sestertius of Commodus Caesar
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsGreek and Roman Art

Sestertius of Commodus Caesar

Possible OriginRome, Lazio, Italy, Europe
CultureRoman
PeriodImperial, reign of Marcus Aurelius
Date177 CE
MediumCopper alloy
Dimensions7/8 oz., 1 1/4 in. (25.1 g, 3.2 cm)
Object numberX.0570
Label TextObverse: IMP L AVREL COMMODVS AVG GERM SARM, with laureate and draped bust of Commodus facing right

Reverse: TR P II COS P P S C DE GERM, with two captives seated left and right at base of trophy
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Greek and Roman Art
Technical NotesDie Axis: 11