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Denarius - Caracalla MARTI VLTORI; Mars
| Silver | 2.9 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-198 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273014 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, naked except for cloak tied round waist, advancing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and trophy over left shoulder in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI VLTORI
Translation:
Marti Ultori.
To Mars, the avenger.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.053–3.29 g;Diameter varies: 16–32 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Caracalla (MARTI VLTORI; Mars) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who ruled the Roman Empire from 198 to 217 AD. The coin's obverse features the image of Mars, the Roman god of war, which was a common motif on coins during this period. The reverse of the coin features the legend "MARTI VLTORI," which means "To Mars the Victorious." This coin was made of silver and weighs 2.9 grams, which was a standard weight for denarii coins during this time. I hope you find this information helpful and interesting!
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (196-198) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Caracalla (MARTI VLTORI; Mars) (196-198) coin.
