Denarius - Caracalla PRINC IVVENTVTIS
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 199-200 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Caracalla, standing left, holding branch in extended right hand and sceptre in left hand; behind, trophy with shield at base.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINC IVVENTVTIS
Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Caracalla (PRINC IVVENTVTIS) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts the Roman goddess of victory, Victoria, standing on the prow of a ship, holding a trophy and a rudder. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military victories and its dominance over the seas.
