Denarius - Caracalla SPES PVBLICA; Securitas
| 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 | 198-199 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273030 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, advancing left, holding flower upright in extended right hand and raising skirt with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES PVBLICA
Translation:
Spes Publica.
Hope of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.643–3.492 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Caracalla (SPES PVBLICA; Securitas) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who ruled the Roman Empire from 198 to 217 AD. The coin's obverse side features an image of Caracalla's face, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Spes (Hope) and Securitas (Security) standing together, symbolizing the empire's aspirations for a secure and prosperous future. The coin's silver content and relatively low weight made it a widely used and accessible form of currency during its time.
