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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Caracalla P M TR P XX COS IIII P P; Sol
217 year| Silver | 5.5 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 217 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, naked except for cloak over left shoulder, standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XX COS IIII P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 20th time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.92–6.013 g;Diameter varies: 23–24 mm;
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 XX COS IIII P P; Sol) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was decreased 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 was replicated in other coins across the empire.
