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Æ27 - Caracalla VΠ M AVP ΓAΛΛOV NIKOΠOΛITΩ / ΠPOC ICTP; Legate Aurelius Gallus
| Bronze | 13 g | 27 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 | 13 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#335107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Caracalla on a rearing horse to right, preparing to spear a fallen enemy on ground at right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
VΠ M AVP ΓAΛΛOV NIKOΠOΛITΩ
ΠPOC ICTP
Unabridged legend: Ύπατο Μάρκος Αυρήλιος Γάλλος Νικοπολιτῶν πρὸς Ἴστρον
Translation: The legate Marcus Aurelius Gallus of Nicopolis ad Istrum
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of two reverse types. The coin's reverse features both the legend "ΠPOC ICTP" (Praefectus Orientis) and the name "Aurelius Gallus" (Legate Aurelius Gallus), which is not commonly found on coins of this era. This suggests that the coin may have been minted during a specific time period or for a particular occasion, making it a unique and valuable addition to a collection.
