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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Caracalla PONTIF TR P XII COS III; Concordia
209 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 209 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273175 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left, holding patera in extended right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PONTIF TR P XII COS III
Translation:
Pontifex [Maximus], Tribunicia Potestate Duoecima, Consul Tertium.
[High] priest, holder of tribunician power for the twelfth time, consul for the third time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.26–3.842 g;Diameter varies: 18.5–19.5 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 Concordia on the reverse side, which symbolizes unity and harmony within the Roman Empire. This image was chosen by Emperor Caracalla to promote unity and stability throughout the empire, which was particularly important during his reign (211-217 AD) as he faced several challenges and conflicts, including wars with neighboring tribes and internal political struggles. The coin's design, therefore, serves as a reflection of the political and social climate of the time.
