Denarius - Caracalla and Septimius Severus FVNDATOR PACIS
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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 |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#273198 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Emperor (?), standing left, holding branch in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FVNDATOR PACIS
Translation:
Fundator Pacis.
Founder of peace.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of two Roman emperors, Caracalla and Septimius Severus, on opposite sides. This is a unique design element that highlights the joint rule of the two emperors during that time period.