Commodus as Caesar (175-177). AE Sestertius, 175-176 AD. D/ L AVREL COMMODO CAES AVG FIL GERM SARM. Bare-headed, draped and cuirassed bust right. R/ IOVI CONSERVATORI SC. Jupiter standing left, holding thunderbolt and sceptre; below thunderbolt, Commodus standing left, holding trophy. RIC (M. Aurel.) 1525; C. 244 (Fr. 20). AE. g. 24.95 mm. 32.00 R. A rare and fascinating type. Dark green patina. VF.