© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Caracalla PONTIF TR P III; Sol
200 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 200 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273055 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, naked except for cloak over left shoulder, standing front, head left, holding globe in extended right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF TR P III
Translation:
Pontifex [Maximus], Tribunicia Potestate Tertia.
[High] priest, holder of tribunician power for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.98–3.35 g;Diameter varies: 17.9–20 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 emperor Caracalla, who ruled from 211 to 217 AD, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the image of the Roman god Sol, representing the sun. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing significant political and economic changes, including the expansion of Roman territories and the introduction of new currency systems. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of ancient Roman coin makers.
