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Sestertius - Caracalla PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM S C; Providentia
| Bronze | 23.7 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 214-217 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.7 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#273993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding wand in right hand over globe and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM S C
Unabridged legend: Providentiae Deorum. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: To the foresight of the gods. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.937–26.91 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of the Roman goddess Providentia on the reverse side, which is fitting since the name Caracalla means "full of care" in Latin. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Caracalla, who was known for his extensive reforms and military campaigns. Despite his controversial rule, Caracalla's coinage remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
