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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Caracalla SECVRIT IMPERI; Securitas
| 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 |
| Years | 206-210 |
| 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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273255 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated right on low seat, propping head on right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; before, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRIT IMPERI
Translation:
Securitas Imperii.
Safety of the empire.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.72–3.46 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 an image of the Roman goddess Securitas (Security) on its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Emperor Caracalla. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was focused on maintaining peace and security within its borders.
