© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Caracalla PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM S C; Providentia
| Bronze | 11.5 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 210-213 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding wand in right hand over globe and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM S C
Translation:
Providentiae Deorum. Senatus Consultum.
To the foresight of the gods. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.53–12.79 g;Diameter varies: 25–26 mm;
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 goddess Providentia on the reverse side, which represents the divine protection and guidance of the Roman people.
