Sestertius - Caracalla and Septimius Severus SACRA SAECVLARIA S C; Concordia and Tiber
| Bronze | 25.7 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202-210 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.7 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Septimius Severus and Caracalla, both veiled and togate, standing right and left, sacrificing out of patera in right hand over altar; behind and between them, Concordia; to right, lyre-player; to left, flute-p;layer; on left, Tiber reclining right; in background, temple.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SACRA SAECVLARIA S C
Translation:
Sacra Saecularia. Senatus Consultum.
Sacred centuries. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 24.98–26.7 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Concordia on one side, and the Roman emperors Caracalla and Septimius Severus on the other side. This highlights the importance of concordance and unity during their reigns.