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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Caracalla MARTI PROPVGNATORI; Mars
213 year| 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 |
| Year | 213 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273360 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, hurrying left, holding spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PROPVGNATORI
Translation:
Marti Propugnatori.
Mars, the defender.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.61–3.466 g;Diameter varies: 18–19 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Roman god of war, Mars, on one side, and the emperor Caracalla on the other. This highlights the importance of military power and the emperor's role as a military leader in Roman culture.
