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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Caracalla PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS
| Silver | 3.3 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-198 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273019 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Caracalla, in military attire, standing left, holding baton in right hand and spear in left hand; to right, trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS
Translation:
Principes Juventutis.
Prince of the youth.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.05–3.52 g;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 (PRINCIPI 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.
