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Aureus - Caracalla SEVERI PII AVG FIL; Victory
| Gold | 7.42 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 199-200 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.42 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Caracalla, in military attire, standing left, holding Victory on globe in extended right hand and reversed spear in left hand; at feet, seated captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SEVERI PII AVG FIL
Unabridged legend: Severi Pii Augusti Filius.
Translation: To Severus, son of the pious emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Caracalla coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Emperor Caracalla (198-217 AD). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The coin's obverse side features the image of Emperor Caracalla himself, with the inscription "SEVERI PII AVG FIL" which means "Severus, Pious, Augustus, Father of the Country." This coin is a rare and valuable artifact from ancient Rome, made of gold and weighing 7.42 grams, and it provides a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the Roman Empire during the 2nd century AD.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (199-200) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Aureus - Caracalla (SEVERI PII AVG FIL; Victory) (199-200) coin.
