Antoninianus - Caracalla VICT PARTHICA; Victory
| Silver | 4.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 213-217 |
| Value | 1 Antoninianus |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, seated right on cuirass, holding shield inscribed VO XX; behind her, shield; at her feet, helmet; in exergue, quiver and trumpet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICT PARTHICA
Translation:
Victoria Parthica.
Victory over Parthia.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.05–5.183 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Caracalla and the goddess Victory (VICT PARTHICA) was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's design reflects the empire's shift towards a more centralized and autocratic government, with the image of the emperor and the goddess symbolizing the power and authority of the Roman state. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting was a departure from the traditional bronze or copper coins that had been used in the past, indicating a shift towards a more valuable and prestigious currency. Overall, this coin provides a unique insight into the political and economic climate of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
