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Cistophorus - Caracalla COS II
| Silver | 8.8 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-207 |
| Value | Cistophorus = 3 Drachms = 3 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.8 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273621 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legionary eagle on perch between two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS II
Translation:
Consul Secundum.
Consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.67–9.83 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Cistophorus - Caracalla coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who ruled the Roman Empire from 198 to 217 AD. One of the unique features of this coin is that it features the image of the goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and dominance of the Roman Empire, and it was often depicted holding a wreath or a palm branch, as seen on this coin.
