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© Leu Numismatik
Æ23 - Caracalla ANTIOCH GEN COL CA
| Copper | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Antioch of Pisidia (Galatia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-217 |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#299774 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Tyche standing left, holding branch and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANTIOCH GEN COL CA
Translation: "Antioch 'Genius' Colonia Caesarea"
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ23 - Caracalla (ANTIOCH GEN COL CA) (198-217) from Antioch of Pisidia (Galatia), is a rare example of a coin that was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who ruled the Roman Empire from 198 to 217 AD. It's interesting to note that this coin was minted at a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing significant political and economic changes, including the introduction of a new currency system and the expansion of Roman territories. The fact that this coin has survived for centuries and is still in circulation today is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and the importance of numismatics in preserving historical artifacts.
