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Æ26 - Caracalla Y ΦΛ OYΛΠIAN NIKOΠOΛI ΠΡOC I; Nicopolis ad Istrum
| Bronze | 12.7 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Nicopolis ad Istrum (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-217 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.7 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#385599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena, helmeted, standing right, holding spear and resting left hand on shield set on a low base.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Y ΦΛ OYΛΠIAN NIKOΠOΛI ΠΡOC I
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of the Roman emperor Caracalla, who ruled from 198 to 217 AD. Caracalla is known for his military campaigns and his attempts to increase the power of the Roman state. He also introduced a number of reforms, including the Edict of Caracalla, which granted Roman citizenship to all free inhabitants of the Roman Empire. This coin was likely minted during his reign and circulated in the city of Nicopolis ad Istrum, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the Roman province of Moesia Inferior.
