© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Caracalla PONTIF TR P X COS II; Mars
207 year| Silver | 3.4 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 207 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273150 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, resting right hand on shield and holding spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF TR P X COS II
Translation:
Pontifex [Maximus], Tribunicia Potestate Decima, Consul Secundum.
[High] priest, holder of tribunician power for the tenth time, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.22–3.732 g;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 its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the time of Caracalla's reign (211-217 AD). The inclusion of Mars on the coinage was likely intended to emphasize the military prowess and power of the Roman Empire during this period.
