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Æ27 - Caracalla MVNIC STOBEN; Stobi
| Copper | 9.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Stobi (Roman province of Macedonia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-217 |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#295580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory walking left, holding wreath and palm.
Lettering: MVNIC STOBEN
Translation: "Stobi City"
Comment
Josivoski p. 269, 343Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ27 - Caracalla (MVNIC STOBEN; Stobi) (198-217) from Stobi (Roman province of Macedonia), is a rare example of a Roman coin that was minted outside of Rome. The Stobi mint was one of the few mints established outside of Rome during the Roman Empire, and it produced a limited number of coins during its operation. This coin, made of copper and weighing 9.2g, is a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians interested in the Roman Empire's expansion and influence.
