Dupondius - Caracalla P M TR P XVII IMP III COS IIII P P S C; Roma and Victory
214 year| Bronze | 10.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 214 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273916 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on cuirass and shields, holding Victory in extended right hand and spear in left hand; under feet, helmet; in front, kneeling German.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P XVII IMP III COS IIII P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Septima Decima, Imperator Tertium, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the 17th time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the third time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The Victory image on this coin is particularly interesting because it depicts Victory standing on the prow of a ship, symbolizing the Roman Empire's naval power and dominance. This design element was a departure from the traditional depiction of Victory standing on a globe or holding a wreath, and it highlights the importance of naval power in the Roman Empire's military and economic expansion.