© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Caracalla PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM; Providentia
| 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 |
| Years | 210-213 |
| 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 | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273349 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding wand in right hand over globe and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM
Translation:
Providentiae Deorum.
To the foresight of the gods.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.96–3.34 g;Diameter varies: 17.91–19.5 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 (PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM; Providentia) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Providentia on the reverse side, which represents the divine providence and foresight of the Roman emperors. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who ruled the Roman Empire from 211 to 217 AD. The image of Providentia on the coin symbolizes the emperor's role as a divine protector and guardian of the empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (210-213) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Caracalla (PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM; Providentia) (210-213) coin.
