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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Caracalla P M TR P XVIII COS IIII P P; Pluto
215 year| Silver | 5 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 215 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273399 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pluto, wearing polos on head, seated left, extending right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; to left, Cerberus.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XVIII COS IIII P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Octava Decima, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 18th time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.95–5.028 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Caracalla (P M TR P XVIII COS IIII P P; Pluto) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was reduced during Caracalla's reign, which led to inflation and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin remained an important symbol of Roman power and influence, and its design featuring Pluto, the god of the underworld, reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the time.
