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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Caracalla P M TR P XVII IMP III COS IIII P P S C
214 year| Bronze | 21.9 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 214 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 21.9 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273906 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Caracalla, in military attire, on horse galloping right, brandishing javelin at prostrate foe.
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
Mass varies: 20.31–24.31 g;Diameter varies: 31–32 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 emperor Caracalla, who ruled from 211 to 217 AD, on one side, and a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory on the other side. This coin was minted during Caracalla's reign and was used as a means of circulating currency throughout the Roman Empire. The fact that it is made of bronze and weighs 21.9 grams suggests that it was a widely used coin for everyday transactions. Additionally, the coin's design and imagery reflect the cultural and religious values of the Roman Empire during that time period.
