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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Caracalla P M TR P XVI COS IIII P P S C; Mars
213 year| Bronze | 12.5 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 213 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, standing left, holding Victory in extended right hand and resting left hand on shield, spear leaning against left arm; at feet, left, captive seated.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XVI COS IIII P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Sexta Decima, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 16th time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.1–13.51 g;Diameter varies: 26–27 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Caracalla coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who ruled the Roman Empire from 211 to 217 AD. One of the notable features of this coin is the image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side. This was a common motif on Roman coins during this period, as Mars was considered a symbol of military power and strength. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was a powerful and dominant force, and that Caracalla was a strong and capable leader who would protect and defend the empire's interests.
