Commodus - sestertius victory over the Britains! (N2531)

★ Victory Over the Britains ★

COMMODUS (177-192). Sestertius. Rome.

Obv: M COMMODVS ANTON AVG PIVS BRIT.

Laureate head right.

Rev: P M TR P VIIII IMP VI COS IIII P P / S - C / VICT BRIT.

Victory seated right on pile of arms, inscribing shield set upon knee and holding palm.

RIC 440.

Ex Ariminum Collection

Condition: about very fine; attractive green patina.

Weight: 18.61 g.

Diameter: 30 mm.

A serious revolt erupted in Britain in AD 184, the causes of which are uncertain. The revolt was quickly put down, and a series of coins was struck to commemorate the event.