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Æ26–27 - Caracalla
| (copper alloy) | 8.5 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Isaura (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 205-209 |
| Composition | (copper alloy) |
| Weight | 8.5 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#376146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laureate, draped bust of bearded male (God Zeus or Emperor Severus) facing right, set on column with Corinthian capital. Tetrastyle temple with arched pediment behind.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
MHT POΠ OΛЄΩϹ • IϹA
YPΩN
Unabridged legend: Mhtpoπoλєωϲ Iϲaypωn
Translation: Metropolis of Isaura
Comment
Most specimens have a 7h orientation.Interesting fact
The coin , a Standard circulation coin Æ26–27 - Caracalla (205-209) from Isaura (Cilicia) made of copper alloy weighing 8.5 g, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is considered a significant artifact from the Roman Empire, and its value lies not only in its monetary worth but also in its historical and cultural significance. The coin's design, which features an image of the emperor Caracalla, is a testament to the artistic and technical skills of the ancient Roman mint. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in Isaura, a region in modern-day Turkey, highlights the extent of the Roman Empire's reach and influence during that time period.