Aureus - Caracalla, Septimius Severus, and Geta VIRTVS AVGVSTORVM
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 206-210 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus, Caracalla and Geta, all in miliary attire, on horseback, galloping right or left (?), each raising right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVGVSTORVM
Translation:
Virtus Augustorum.
Courage of the emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases the three emperors, Caracalla, Septimius Severus, and Geta, standing together and clasping hands, symbolizing their unity and shared power. This design was meant to promote the idea of a harmonious and stable imperial succession, which was a rare occurrence in the Roman Empire at the time.
