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As - Caracalla IΛIEΩN
| Bronze | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Ilium (Conventus of Adramyteum) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-211 |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#235172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena standing right, holding spear and small Nike, shield at feet to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: IΛIEΩN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Caracalla, who was known for his extensive reforms and military campaigns during his reign from 198 to 211 AD. Despite his controversial rule, Caracalla's coinage remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.