© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Caracalla PONTIF TR P III S C; Sol
200 year| Bronze | 8.4 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 200 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.4 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273709 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, naked except for cloak over left shoulder, standing front, head left, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF TR P III S C
Translation:
Pontifex [Maximus], Tribunicia Potestate Tertia. Senatus Consultum.
[High] priest, holder of tribunician power for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Caracalla, who ruled from 211 to 217 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the sun god Sol on the other. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was transitioning from a republic to an empire, and the image of Sol was seen as a symbol of the imperial power and authority. Additionally, the coin's bronze composition and relatively small weight of 8.4 grams suggest that it was intended for everyday use in commerce and trade, rather than being a ceremonial or commemorative coin.
