© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Caracalla LIBERALITAS AVG IIII S C; Liberalitas
203 year| Bronze | 11 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 203 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273720 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVG IIII S C
Translation:
Liberalitas Augusti Quarta. Senatus Consultum.
The fourth liberality of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.84–12.21 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the As - Caracalla (LIBERALITAS AVG IIII S C; Liberalitas) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberty and generosity, on its reverse side. This is fitting, given that the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who was known for his generosity and lavish spending. The coin's design serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's values and ideals during that time period.
