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Denarius - Caracalla LIBERTAS AVG; Libertas
| Silver | 2.8 g | 20 mm |
| 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 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273245 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and rod in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS AVG
Translation:
Libertas Augusti.
Freedom of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 1.775–3.883 g;Diameter varies: 18.8–21.88 mm;
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 (LIBERTAS AVG; Libertas) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Libertas, which was a symbol of freedom and liberty in ancient Rome. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who ruled the Roman Empire from 206 to 210 AD. The use of the image of Libertas on the coin was a way for Caracalla to promote his policies and ideals, which were centered around the idea of freedom and the protection of Roman citizens' rights.
