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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Caracalla SAL GEN HVM; Salus
| Silver | 3.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200-201 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273613 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing left, extending right hand to raise kneeling woman and holding serpent-wrathed sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAL GEN HVM
Translation:
Salus Generi Humani.
Salvation of the human race.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.494–3.8 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 coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Salus, who represents safety, security, and well-being. The coin's design was meant to convey the message that the Roman Empire was a place of stability and prosperity under the rule of Emperor Caracalla.
