© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Caracalla P M TR P XVIII COS IIII P P; Pax
215 year| Silver | 3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 215 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273422 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XVIII COS IIII P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Octava Decima, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 18th time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.75–3.73 g;Diameter varies: 18–20 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 coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse side, which symbolizes peace and prosperity. This is significant because it highlights the importance of peace and prosperity during the reign of Caracalla, who was known for his military conquests and territorial expansion. The coin's design serves as a reminder of the Roman Empire's values and aspirations during that time period.
