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Æ20 - Caracalla
| Bronze | 3.8 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Pautalia (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-217 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#369870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Snake coiled on top of altar, head right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: OYΛΠAC ΠAVTAΛIAC
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ20 - Caracalla (198-217) from Pautalia (Thracia) made of Bronze weighing 3.8 g, is a rare example of a coin that was issued during the reign of Caracalla, who was known for his extensive reforms and military campaigns. This coin is particularly interesting because it was minted in a region that was once part of the Roman Empire, but is now modern-day Bulgaria. The fact that it was made of bronze and has a relatively low weight of 3.8 grams suggests that it may have been used for everyday transactions, and its rarity today makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.