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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Caracalla ADVENTVS AVGVSTOR
| Silver | 3.1 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 201-210 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273187 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Galley, with rowers and passengers, left; at prow, vexillum; at stern, three figures seated left with two standards behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADVENTVS AVGVSTOR
Translation:
Adventus Augustorum.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperors.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.501–3.58 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Caracalla (ADVENTVS AVGVSTOR) coin is that it features the first recorded use of the Roman imperial title "Adventus Augustorum," which translates to "Arrival of the Emperors." This title was used to commemorate the arrival of the Roman emperors on the coin, signifying their authority and power.
