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Pentassarion - Caracalla and Julia Domna VΠ KVNTIΛIANOV MAΡKIANOΠOΛITΩN; Magistrate Quintillianus; Marcianopolis
| Bronze | 12.4 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Marcianopolis (Moesia Inferior) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Empress | Julia Domna (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 198-217 |
| Value | Pentassaria (5⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.4 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#295522 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tetrastyle temple with peaked roof, statue of Serapis within holding hand upraised and sceptre, E to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
VΠ KVNTIΛIANOV MAΡKIANOΠOΛITΩN
E
Interesting fact
The Pentassarion coin featuring Caracalla and Julia Domna is notable for its unique design, as it depicts the Roman Emperor Caracalla and his mother Julia Domna on the same side of the coin, which was a departure from the traditional practice of featuring the emperor alone on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This design change was likely done to emphasize the close relationship between Caracalla and his mother, who was a powerful and influential figure in Roman politics during his reign.
